Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $62

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/25. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SMF — WAS
Oct 1 — Oct 81

The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

How to find the cheapest flight from Sacramento (SMF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

All the information you need to plan the best SMF to WAS flight in 2023: compare Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Washington, D.C..

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$237

One-way from

$87
High demand for flights, 35% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 29% potential price drop
From Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

SMF - WAS

Price

$237 - $375

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

WAS

Rainfall

2.6 - 4 inches

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

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 51% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. at least 61 days early can save you up to 28% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 61 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. for as little as $592 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $683 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Washington, D.C.. Flights to Washington, D.C. from Sacramento in February are about $541 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $246.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. (SMF - WAS)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Check out some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've come across from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.

Cheap Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for SMF to WAS flights for September, October
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Sacramento to Washington, D.C. 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Washington, D.C. from Sacramento found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Washington, D.C. from Sacramento

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Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Washington, D.C. from Sacramento, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Sacramento

The cheapest one-way flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
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Sacramento IntlWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/4

1 stop7h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/7

2 stops15h 14m

Sacramento IntlWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/9

1 stop21h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/13

1 stop18h 10m

Sacramento IntlBaltimore/Washington

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/9

1 stop24h 38m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/13

1 stop18h 33m

Sacramento IntlBaltimore/Washington

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/14

2 stops12h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/16

1 stop26h 31m

Sacramento IntlBaltimore/Washington

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/24

3 stops24h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/31

3 stops27h 40m

Sacramento IntlBaltimore/Washington

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/24

3 stops24h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/31

2 stops15h 36m

Sacramento IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/3

1 stop9h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/7

1 stop8h 49m

Sacramento IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/25

Nonstop4h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/1

1 stop9h 35m

Sacramento IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/9

1 stop7h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/13

1 stop8h 15m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

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)

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,483 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.6

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 Washington, D.C. flights.

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 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 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 flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $120, but on average you can expect to pay $161.

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

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

Are there last-minute flights available from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. for under $300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $300.

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

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Saturday.

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

2 flight departures from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

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 21h 55m. Fly via Frontier or Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2365 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 $138. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Spirit Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 74% 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 $62 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $87 and Spirit Airlines from $89 one-way.

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

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

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 Scandinavian Airlines (70%), Brussels Airlines (70%) and United Airlines (66%).

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

On average you can expect to pay $938 for a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $225 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $267.

What does SMF to IAD mean?

SMF stands for Sacramento Intl Airport, while IAD stands for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Other flights to Washington, D.C.

Top 7 airlines flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$155Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$163Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest$221Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$265Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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JetBlueCheapest$296Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$381Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

See what time of day planes typically take off from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
88%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
11%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
Sunday0daily flights
Monday1daily flight
Tuesday0daily flights
Wednesday1daily flight
Thursday1daily flight
Friday1daily flight
Saturday1daily flight

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