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$177+ 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — WAS
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Tue 7/21
Tue 7/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or September, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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 June 21, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Tue 8/45:30 am
SMF
-
DCA
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/101:00 pm
DCA
-
SMF
2 stops12h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Mon 8/1011:43 pm
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 8/176:00 pm
IAD
-
SMF
Nonstop5h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Wed 9/27:10 am
SMF
-
DCA
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Mon 9/76:00 am
DCA
-
SMF
1 stop13h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19$360
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 9/235:00 pm
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop22h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/297:00 am
IAD
-
SMF
1 stop29h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 9/188:13 am
SMF
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 02m
United Airlines
Wed 9/302:43 pm
IAD
-
SMF
1 stop9h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/311:30 am
SMF
-
BWI
Nonstop4h 50m
Southwest
Sat 11/76:05 am
BWI
-
SMF
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/20$363
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 8/146:40 am
SMF
-
DCA
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Mon 8/246:40 pm
DCA
-
SMF
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Fri 7/312:17 pm
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop7h 28m
United Airlines
Fri 9/45:26 pm
IAD
-
SMF
1 stop7h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/317:50 pm
SMF
-
DCA
2 stops15h 00m
Southwest
Tue 8/43:50 pm
DCA
-
SMF
2 stops9h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/16$365
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Wed 10/287:00 am
SMF
-
DCA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Wed 10/286:35 pm
DCA
-
SMF
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$368
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Tue 8/117:23 am
SMF
-
IAD
1 stop8h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/126:03 am
IAD
-
SMF
1 stop9h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 12/171:40 pm
SMF
-
DCA
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Thu 1/76:00 am
DCA
-
SMF
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/17$369

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 June 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(Southwest)

One-way from

$177
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$569
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 June 21, 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

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/16

5:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/18

6:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$360

SacramentoBaltimore

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/3

11:30 am-7:20 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/7

12:15 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$368

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/17

1:40 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/7

6:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop8h 15m

$369

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/5

11:30 am-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/13

6:55 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 25m

$369

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/27

8:45 pm-8:25 am

2 stops8h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/28

1:05 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop12h 05m

$374
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/16

8:18 am-4:20 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/21

6:00 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$383

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/2

8:13 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/7

6:00 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$383

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/5

8:09 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/10

5:55 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$383

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/15

5:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/18

1:00 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$383

SacramentoBaltimore

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/11

8:00 pm-6:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/18

8:25 am-11:05 am

Nonstop5h 40m

$383

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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 June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. (average of $135). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 June 21, 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 June 21, 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.

Chicago (MDW) – 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 $314.

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 (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 30m.

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 (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 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 June 21, 2026.
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
12,556 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
12,556 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,556 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
4,242 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,556 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
8,423 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,556 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
7.4
Good
9,868 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,556 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
7.1
Good
11,724 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,556 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 3 outbound flights 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 5h 02m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or United Airlines 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 $168. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $218, and Alaska Airlines, from $253. Frontier is currently priced 61% 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 $95 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $98 and Alaska Airlines from $119 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 (93%), United Airlines (93%) and SWISS (92%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,165 for a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $287 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $297.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. (average of $135). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 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 June 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$168Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$253Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$284Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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