Washington, D.C.

$75+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — WAS
Nov 21 — Nov 281
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in January or February, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$164
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$75
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$404
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sacramento Intl-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flights.
From Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:29 pmSMF - BWI
2 stops11h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/77:04 pmBWI - SMF
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/20$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1011:17 amSMF - BWI
2 stops22h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/136:00 amBWI - SMF
1 stop14h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1011:08 amSMF - BWI
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/133:22 pmBWI - SMF
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$231
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1012:23 pmSMF - BWI
1 stop8h 59mDelta
Sun 12/147:15 amBWI - SMF
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/21$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:00 amSMF - BWI
2 stops14h 03mDelta
Sat 12/136:00 amBWI - SMF
2 stops14h 51mDelta
Deal found 10/22$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/42:35 pmSMF - BWI
2 stops12h 25mDelta
Sun 12/76:00 amBWI - SMF
1 stop9h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/21$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/134:11 pmSMF - BWI
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1810:00 amBWI - SMF
2 stops54h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:00 amSMF - IAD
Nonstop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/167:39 pmIAD - SMF
Nonstop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/20$289
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:46 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop18h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/85:37 pmIAD - SMF
2 stops23h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/21$290
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:00 amSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 13mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/77:34 amIAD - SMF
1 stop19h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/20$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:04 pmSMF - IAD
2 stops11h 06mDelta
Tue 12/97:15 amIAD - SMF
1 stop19h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/20$292
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/125:55 amSMF - DCA
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Sun 12/1412:40 pmDCA - SMF
2 stops13h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/19$294

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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SacramentoBaltimore

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/8

8:25 am-7:20 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/12

5:10 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$261

SacramentoBaltimore

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/4

2:05 pm-12:21 am

1 stop7h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 12/7

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$267

SacramentoBaltimore

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-11:03 pm

2 stops14h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-5:51 pm

2 stops14h 51m

$268

SacramentoBaltimore

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

9:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 12/11

6:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 15m

$272

SacramentoBaltimore

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/29

7:15 am-7:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/3

4:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$284

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

7:04 pm-9:10 am

2 stops11h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/10

7:15 am-6:25 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$292

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/12

5:55 am-5:35 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 12/14

12:40 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops13h 50m

$294

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/24

5:55 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop5h 55m

$295

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/5

7:00 am-2:58 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/9

6:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$299

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/19

6:53 pm-5:19 am

1 stop7h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/5

7:32 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop5h 57m

$299

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. is 67 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 22, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on October 19, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

San Diego (SAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of 1-stop itineraries from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $265.

What’s the fastest layover option from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 12m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Diego (SAN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 49m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated October 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. from Sacramento Intl; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the Sacramento airport to Washington, D.C.. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Sacramento Intl (SMF) from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in 7h 16m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2388 mi between Sacramento and Washington, D.C.. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $76. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $174, and Alaska Airlines, from $234. Frontier is currently priced 81% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $116 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $116 and American Airlines from $121 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

    On average you can expect to pay $827 for a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $158 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $206.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

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FrontierCheapest$76Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$174Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$185Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$234Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$284Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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