$88+ 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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — WAS
Feb 24 — Mar 31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
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 January 25, 2026.
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 January 25, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Thu 2/267:00 am
SMF
- IAD
Nonstop4h 54m
United Airlines
Sun 3/15:55 pm
IAD
- SMF
Nonstop6h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/23![United Airlines logo]()
$289
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:04 pm
SMF
- DCA
1 stop6h 55m
Frontier
Thu 4/231:59 pm
DCA
- SMF
1 stop23h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24![Frontier logo]()
$293
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/611:46 am
SMF
- DCA
1 stop21h 16m
Frontier
Thu 4/96:00 pm
DCA
- SMF
1 stop20h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/147:04 pm
SMF
- DCA
1 stop17h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 2/175:06 pm
DCA
- SMF
1 stop22h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$297
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:04 pm
SMF
- DCA
1 stop6h 55m
Frontier
Sun 5/36:00 pm
DCA
- SMF
1 stop19h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24![Frontier logo]()
$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Thu 8/136:20 pm
SMF
- BWI
1 stop7h 59m
United Airlines
Tue 8/186:05 am
BWI
- SMF
1 stop8h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24![United Airlines logo]()
$303
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/612:03 pm
SMF
- DCA
1 stop21h 59m
Frontier
Sun 2/156:00 pm
DCA
- SMF
1 stop20h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 1/22![Frontier logo]()
$304
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Wed 4/297:00 am
SMF
- IAD
1 stop7h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/67:10 am
IAD
- SMF
2 stops14h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/24![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$305
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1912:04 pm
SMF
- DCA
1 stop25h 55m
Frontier
Wed 4/226:00 pm
DCA
- SMF
1 stop19h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 3/127:08 am
SMF
- IAD
1 stop7h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/176:20 pm
IAD
- SMF
1 stop23h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Sat 2/2111:16 am
SMF
- IAD
1 stop9h 18m
Delta
Sat 2/285:25 pm
IAD
- SMF
1 stop8h 06m
Delta
Deal found 1/23![Delta logo]()
$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 3/41:05 pm
SMF
- BWI
1 stop7h 39m
Delta
Sun 3/86:00 am
BWI
- SMF
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Deal found 1/23![Delta logo]()
$307
Find 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 January 25, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $289 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $90 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $438 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - IAD
SMFIAD
Sacramento Intl
Sat 2/21
7:00 am-2:54 pm
Nonstop4h 54m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 2/28
5:55 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop6h 10m
$289
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - IAD
SMFIAD
Sacramento Intl
Thu 3/5
6:00 am-5:20 pm
1 stop8h 20m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 3/7
6:20 pm-11:43 pm
1 stop8h 23m
$289
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - IAD
SMFIAD
Sacramento Intl
Sun 3/1
7:00 am-2:54 pm
Nonstop4h 54m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 3/8
5:55 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop6h 10m
$289
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - DCA
SMFDCA
Sacramento Intl
Mon 4/6
11:46 am-12:02 pm
1 stop21h 16m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 4/9
6:00 pm-11:01 am
1 stop20h 01m
$295
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - IAD
SMFIAD
Sacramento Intl
Thu 2/26
7:00 am-2:54 pm
Nonstop4h 54m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 3/2
4:10 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop9h 05m
$299
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - IAD
SMFIAD
Sacramento Intl
Wed 4/1
11:35 am-10:44 pm
1 stop8h 09m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 4/5
5:55 pm-8:54 pm
Nonstop5h 59m
$299
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - IAD
SMFIAD
Sacramento Intl
Fri 4/10
7:05 pm-5:28 am
1 stop7h 23m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 4/16
5:55 pm-8:54 pm
Nonstop5h 59m
$299
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - IAD
SMFIAD
Sacramento Intl
Thu 2/26
7:05 pm-5:18 am
1 stop7h 13m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 3/1
5:55 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop6h 10m
$299
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - IAD
SMFIAD
Sacramento Intl
Thu 3/5
1:55 pm-12:28 am
1 stop7h 33m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 3/8
5:55 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop6h 10m
$299
SacramentoWashington, D.C.
SMF - IAD
SMFIAD
Sacramento Intl
Wed 4/29
7:00 am-5:41 pm
1 stop7h 41m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 5/6
7:10 am-6:31 pm
2 stops14h 21m
$305
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 January 23, 2026.
The best time to book flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. is 26 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 January 25, 2026.
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.
Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 25, 2026.
The most flights from SMF to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?
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.
Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% 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.
Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $278.
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 Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 17m.
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 January 25, 2026.
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.
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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Top 8 airlines flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 25, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$157 | Average$225 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$168 | Average$329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$174 | Average$317 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$224 | Average$353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$234 | Average$360 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$259 | Average$422 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$284 | Average$443 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |