Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Dulles Intl (IAD) from $87

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/26. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SMF — IAD
Oct 1 — Oct 81

How to find the cheapest flight from Sacramento (SMF) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

All the information you need to plan the best SMF to IAD flight in 2023: compare Sacramento to Dulles Intl flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Dulles Intl.

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July

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January

Round-trip from

$237

One-way from

$164
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Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
From Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SMF - WAS

Price

$237 - $375

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

WAS

Rainfall

2.6 - 4 inches

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Find a great deal and save up to 28% by booking at least 61 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $592.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

February can be a great time to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Sacramento with a flight ticket averaging about $541. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $246. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (SMF - IAD)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport as you normally would.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Sacramento to Dulles Intl

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Cheap Sacramento to Dulles Intl flights in September & October 2023

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Sacramento to Dulles Intl 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Dulles Intl from Sacramento found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Dulles Intl from Sacramento

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One-way flights to Dulles Intl from Sacramento

The cheapest one-way flights from Sacramento to Dulles Intl
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SMFIAD

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Fri 11/3

1 stop9h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/7

1 stop8h 49m

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SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/3

1 stop9h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/7

2 stops12h 49m

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SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/3

2 stops9h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/7

2 stops12h 49m

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SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/8

1 stop8h 28m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/15

1 stop7h 40m

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SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/25

Nonstop4h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/1

1 stop9h 35m

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SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/9

1 stop7h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/13

1 stop8h 15m

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SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/25

1 stop7h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/1

1 stop10h 50m

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SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/17

3 stops13h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/20

3 stops22h 30m

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SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/23

1 stop9h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/26

1 stop10h 08m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Sacramento to Dulles Intl flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

For a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Sacramento Intl is the only Sacramento airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. 4 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Sacramento Intl on a regular basis.

Can I find flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $220, but on average you can expect to pay $270.

Are there nonstop flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is less than $538.

Are there last-minute flights available from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for under $500?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport within the next 7 days for less than $500.

What days are nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on average per day?

Travelers can expect 2 flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on average per day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in about 4h 56m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 47m. The distance between Sacramento and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is about 2365 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

American Airlines, at $220, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. American Airlines is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are American Airlines ($87), Delta ($134), and Alaska Airlines ($179).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Scandinavian Airlines (70%), Brussels Airlines (70%) and United Airlines (66%).

What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

The cheapest flight price from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is $225. On average you can expect to pay $938. The most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), can usually be booked for $267.

What does SMF to IAD mean?

Great question - SMF to IAD just means Sacramento Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

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Top 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Dulles Intl

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Sacramento to Dulles Intl choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$227Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$267Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$381Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Dulles Intl

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Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Dulles Intl

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