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 32m. Fly via United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 2351 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 $198. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $258, and Southwest, from $278. Frontier is currently priced 59% 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 $86 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $93 and American Airlines from $98 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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

When deciding which route to take from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. consider Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Sacramento Intl - Baltimore/Washington or Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National as they are the most popular.

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 $275 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $224.

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

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. are Brussels Airlines (95%), United Airlines (95%) and SWISS (95%).

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

When booking a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C., you may want to consider flying on United Airlines, Southwest or Alaska Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

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.

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 1 outbound flight to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 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.

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.

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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 30, 2026.

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Best flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.

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Last-minute flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.

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Most accurate provider	FlightHub 3 stars
Most trusted provider	FlightHub 3 stars
Round-trip from	$374 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$105 (Frontier)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$563

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SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/18

11:59 am-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$115

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/23

1:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$145

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/18

1:06 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$175

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/18

6:30 pm-5:19 am

1 stop7h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$175

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/18

7:50 pm-8:50 am

2 stops10h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$180

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/12

9:21 am-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$191

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/19

9:28 am-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$200

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/19

7:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$200

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/6

12:27 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop27h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$205

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF Sacramento Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/26

7:41 am-9:12 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$210

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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.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDeal	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. (average of $376). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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?

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. as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $407 and $558 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $374 on Frontier (Dec 25-Jan 3).

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

Chicago (MDW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% 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.?

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $250.

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

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 34m.

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

Flights via Chicago (MDW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 08m.

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

The best time to book flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. is 43 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta 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.

Alaska Airlines

7.9

Good

13,135 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Alaska Airlines

7.9

Good

13,135 reviews

Alaska Airlines

7.9

Good

13,135 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,217 reviews

Alaska Airlines

7.9

Good

13,135 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Delta

7.8

Good

8,691 reviews

Alaska Airlines

7.9

Good

13,135 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

United Airlines

7.3

Good

10,454 reviews

Alaska Airlines

7.9

Good

13,135 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

American Airlines

7.0

Good

12,209 reviews

Alaska Airlines

7.9

Good

13,135 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

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 1 outbound flight to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 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 32m. Fly via United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 2351 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 $198. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $258, and Southwest, from $278. Frontier is currently priced 59% 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 $86 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $93 and American Airlines from $98 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?
When deciding which route to take from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. consider Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Sacramento Intl - Baltimore/Washington or Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National as they are the most popular.
What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. are Brussels Airlines (95%), United Airlines (95%) and SWISS (95%).
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 $275 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $224.
Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
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Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. (average of $376). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$198	Average$302	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$258	Average$385	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
American Airlines	Cheapest$267	Average$534	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$278	Average$437	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$289	Average$460	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$298	Average$455	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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$105+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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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 30, 2026.

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How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $407 and $558 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $374 on Frontier (Dec 25-Jan 3).

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

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Chicago (MDW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% 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.?

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Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $250.

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Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 34m.

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

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Flights via Chicago (MDW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 08m.

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

The best time to book flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. is 43 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.

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Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $407 and $558 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $374 on Frontier (Dec 25-Jan 3).