How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?

For as low as $230, Southwest can have you in Washington, D.C. from San Francisco Bay Area in 7h 04m. There are 2393 mi between San Francisco Bay Area and Washington, D.C.. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. are Frontier ($72), American Airlines ($86), and Delta ($104).

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 San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?

While some choose either San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or San Francisco - Baltimore/Washington, San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C..

What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. are ITA Airways (100%), Brussels Airlines (91%) and Asiana Airlines (90%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. are United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

Tue 12/96:00 amSFO - IAD

2 stops29h 29mMultiple Airlines

Fri 1/96:00 amIAD - SFO

1 stop10h 18mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/2

$255

Fri 12/128:48 amSFO - DCA

1 stop10h 11mFrontier

Tue 12/162:00 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop13h 24mFrontier

Deal found 12/2

$258

Thu 12/116:30 amSFO - DCA

1 stop27h 36mFrontier

Mon 12/158:00 amDCA - SFO

1 stop19h 24mFrontier

Deal found 12/2

$259

Sat 12/136:30 amSFO - DCA

1 stop7h 29mFrontier

Mon 12/156:00 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop9h 24mFrontier

Deal found 12/2

$260

Mon 12/296:24 amSFO - DCA

1 stop7h 35mFrontier

Mon 1/56:00 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop27h 24mFrontier

Deal found 12/3

$262

Sun 12/76:30 amSFO - DCA

1 stop7h 29mFrontier

Sat 1/246:00 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop8h 41mFrontier

Deal found 12/2

$263

Mon 12/84:59 pmSFO - DCA

2 stops17h 07mFrontier

Sun 12/148:00 amDCA - SFO

1 stop26h 53mFrontier

Deal found 12/2

$264

Sat 12/66:30 amSFO - DCA

1 stop7h 29mFrontier

Sat 12/132:00 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop20h 53mFrontier

Deal found 12/2

$265

Tue 12/910:10 pmSFO - DCA

2 stops20h 49mFrontier

Thu 12/112:00 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop20h 53mFrontier

Deal found 12/2

$266

Sun 12/76:30 amSFO - DCA

1 stop7h 29mFrontier

Tue 12/162:00 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop13h 24mFrontier

Deal found 12/1

$267

Sun 12/74:07 pmSFO - DCA

1 stop26h 52mFrontier

Wed 12/101:00 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop21h 53mFrontier

Deal found 12/2

$268

Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - DCA

1 stop27h 36mFrontier

Tue 12/162:00 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop13h 24mFrontier

Deal found 12/4

$269

Best flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

Tue 2/312:10 pmSJC - DCA

2 stops8h 10mSouthwest

Tue 2/102:45 pmDCA - SJC

2 stops10h 10mSouthwest

Deal found 12/2

$161

Sat 2/216:00 amSJC - IAD

2 stops13h 48mAmerican Airlines

Tue 2/246:00 amIAD - SJC

1 stop10h 19mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/4

$180

Wed 1/77:00 amSJC - IAD

1 stop7h 04mAlaska Airlines

Thu 1/85:26 pmIAD - SJC

1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$230

Thu 1/87:45 amSJC - DCA

1 stop28h 35mDelta

Mon 1/124:44 pmDCA - SJC

1 stop21h 13mDelta

Deal found 12/1

$245

Tue 1/208:29 pmSFO - DCA

1 stop10h 22mJetBlue

Sun 1/256:00 amDCA - SFO

1 stop9h 05mJetBlue

Deal found 12/3

$261

Tue 12/3012:30 amSFO - DCA

1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/77:00 amDCA - SFO

Nonstop6h 16mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$263

Tue 1/66:50 amSJC - DCA

1 stop12h 30mSouthwest

Sat 1/1010:05 amDCA - SJC

1 stop9h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 12/1

$176

Tue 1/137:05 amSJC - DCA

1 stop7h 55mSouthwest

Thu 1/156:00 amDCA - SJC

1 stop7h 55mSouthwest

Deal found 12/2

$187

Mon 1/267:00 amSJC - IAD

1 stop7h 04mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/285:26 pmIAD - SJC

1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$230

Thu 1/227:05 amSJC - DCA

1 stop7h 55mSouthwest

Wed 1/281:55 pmDCA - SJC

1 stop8h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/4

$191

Tue 1/611:40 amSJC - IAD

1 stop8h 30mDelta

Sat 1/107:30 amIAD - SJC

1 stop9h 09mDelta

Deal found 12/1

$245

Thu 1/2212:10 pmSJC - IAD

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Wed 1/284:30 pmIAD - SJC

1 stop8h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 12/4

$191

Mon 1/2610:29 amSJC - DCA

1 stop7h 31mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/288:00 amDCA - SJC

1 stop9h 42mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$240

Thu 1/811:45 amSJC - IAD

1 stop8h 25mDelta

Tue 1/137:30 amIAD - SJC

1 stop9h 04mDelta

Deal found 12/2

$245

Fri 2/68:35 amSFO - DCA

Nonstop5h 17mUnited Airlines

Tue 2/105:59 pmDCA - SFO

Nonstop6h 18mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$277

Thu 1/89:05 amSJC - DCA

1 stop9h 54mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/128:59 amDCA - SJC

1 stop8h 22mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$243

Thu 1/89:15 amSJC - IAD

2 stops11h 42mDelta

Sat 1/107:30 amIAD - SJC

1 stop9h 09mDelta

Deal found 12/3

$256

Sun 2/87:00 amSJC - IAD

1 stop7h 04mAlaska Airlines

Wed 2/115:26 pmIAD - SJC

1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$243

Fri 2/205:20 amOAK - IAD

1 stop6h 25mSouthwest

Wed 2/259:05 amIAD - OAK

1 stop8h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 12/3

$227

Tue 2/249:50 amSJC - IAD

2 stops10h 20mDelta

Mon 3/27:30 amIAD - SJC

2 stops11h 38mDelta

Deal found 12/3

$256

Wed 2/2511:20 pmSFO - IAD

Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines

Fri 2/276:20 amIAD - SFO

Nonstop6h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/1

$317

Fri 1/168:10 amOAK - DCA

2 stops28h 51mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/196:56 pmDCA - OAK

2 stops24h 27mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$246

Tue 2/38:25 amSJC - BWI

1 stop8h 20mSouthwest

Tue 2/106:20 amBWI - SJC

1 stop9h 10mSouthwest

Deal found 12/4

$227

Wed 2/115:45 amSFO - DCA

1 stop8h 19mDelta

Mon 2/164:44 pmDCA - SFO

1 stop8h 57mDelta

Deal found 12/3

$261

Mon 1/265:17 pmOAK - DCA

1 stop25h 42mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/288:00 amDCA - OAK

1 stop11h 23mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$250

Wed 1/147:05 amSJC - DCA

1 stop7h 55mSouthwest

Sun 1/1811:00 amDCA - SJC

2 stops13h 55mSouthwest

Deal found 12/3

$235

Tue 1/65:05 pmSJC - BWI

2 stops14h 14mDelta

Wed 1/73:00 pmBWI - SJC

1 stop9h 28mDelta

Deal found 12/3

$262

Thu 1/88:10 amOAK - DCA

1 stop10h 49mAlaska Airlines

Tue 1/205:01 pmDCA - OAK

1 stop20h 27mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$250

Tue 1/611:15 pmSFO - IAD

1 stop13h 45mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/104:10 pmIAD - SFO

Nonstop6h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/1

$367

Thu 1/229:40 amOAK - IAD

1 stop9h 15mSouthwest

Thu 1/294:30 pmIAD - OAK

1 stop8h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 12/3

$237

Last-minute flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.
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Tue 1/66:50 amSJC - DCA

1 stop12h 30mSouthwest

Sat 1/1010:05 amDCA - SJC

1 stop9h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 12/1

$176

Thu 1/812:10 pmSJC - IAD

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Wed 1/149:05 amIAD - SJC

1 stop8h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 12/2

$187

Thu 1/89:55 amSJC - DCA

1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines

Thu 1/227:00 amDCA - SJC

1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/2

$191

Tue 1/137:05 amSJC - DCA

1 stop7h 55mSouthwest

Thu 1/156:00 amDCA - SJC

1 stop7h 55mSouthwest

Deal found 12/2

$187

Tue 1/139:55 amSJC - IAD

2 stops9h 00mSouthwest

Thu 1/155:40 pmIAD - SJC

1 stop7h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 12/2

$192

Tue 1/137:05 amSJC - DCA

1 stop7h 55mSouthwest

Fri 1/164:40 pmDCA - SJC

1 stop7h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 12/2

$211

Sat 1/176:00 amSJC - DCA

1 stop9h 41mAmerican Airlines

Sat 1/2410:35 amDCA - SJC

2 stops10h 59mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$196

Sat 1/177:00 amSJC - DCA

1 stop9h 30mSouthwest

Sat 1/2411:50 amDCA - SJC

1 stop8h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 12/2

$219

Wed 1/217:35 pmOAK - BWI

1 stop7h 10mSouthwest

Sun 1/256:15 amBWI - OAK

1 stop10h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 12/4

$219

Thu 1/2212:10 pmSJC - IAD

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Wed 1/284:30 pmIAD - SJC

1 stop8h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 12/4

$191

Wed 1/287:05 amSJC - DCA

1 stop7h 55mSouthwest

Wed 2/41:55 pmDCA - SJC

1 stop8h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/2

$189

Wed 1/2812:10 pmSJC - IAD

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Wed 2/45:30 pmIAD - SJC

1 stop7h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 12/2

$189

One-way flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

Tue 3/312:10 pmSJC - IAD

1 stop6h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/4

$76

Tue 1/206:00 amSJC - IAD

1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$80

Wed 1/79:55 amSJC - IAD

2 stops9h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 12/3

$81

Wed 2/46:00 amSJC - IAD

2 stops14h 12mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$85

Wed 2/188:30 pmSJC - IAD

2 stops16h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 12/3

$86

Sat 1/246:00 amSJC - IAD

1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/3

$96

Thu 1/811:27 amSJC - BWI

2 stops28h 55mFrontier

Deal found 12/3

$100

Wed 2/116:55 pmOAK - BWI

1 stop7h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 12/4

$101

Mon 1/1211:44 amSJC - BWI

2 stops33h 47mFrontier

Deal found 12/3

$101

Tue 1/208:30 pmSJC - IAD

2 stops17h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 12/3

$106

Mon 2/210:37 amSJC - BWI

2 stops34h 44mFrontier

Deal found 12/3

$107

Thu 1/224:06 pmSJC - BWI

2 stops39h 21mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/4

$110

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Price

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Tue 2/3

12:10 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/10

2:45 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$161

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Tue 1/6

6:50 am-10:20 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/10

10:05 am-4:45 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$176

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-10:48 pm

2 stops13h 48m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$180

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Tue 1/13

7:05 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

$187

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Thu 1/22

7:05 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/28

1:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$191

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Thu 1/22

12:10 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/28

4:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$191

OaklandWashington, D.C.

OAK - IAD

OAKIAD

Oakland

Fri 2/20

5:20 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/25

9:05 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$227

San JoseBaltimore

SJC - BWI

SJCBWI

San Jose

Tue 2/3

8:25 am-7:45 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/10

6:20 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$227

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Wed 1/7

7:00 am-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/8

5:26 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$230

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Mon 1/26

7:00 am-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/28

5:26 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$230

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. in November is currently the most expensive (average of $218). 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 XIH to WAS?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?

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

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The most flights from zzXIH to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C., such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,402 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,402 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,402 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,254 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,402 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Hawaiian Airlines

7.8

Good

2,816 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,402 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,066 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,402 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Frontier

5.8

Fair

3,092 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,402 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?
For as low as $230, Southwest can have you in Washington, D.C. from San Francisco Bay Area in 7h 04m. There are 2393 mi between San Francisco Bay Area and Washington, D.C.. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. are Frontier ($72), American Airlines ($86), and Delta ($104).
What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?
While some choose either San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or San Francisco - Baltimore/Washington, San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C..
What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. are ITA Airways (100%), Brussels Airlines (91%) and Asiana Airlines (90%).
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $138. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $174 on average, our data indicates $1,099 when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
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How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C..
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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. in November is currently the most expensive (average of $218). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$130	Average$284	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Sun Country Air	Cheapest$140	Average$395	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time83%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$162	Average$246	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
American Airlines	Cheapest$172	Average$464	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$208	Average$407	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
JetBlue	Cheapest$213	Average$292	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$237	Average$418	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$241	Average$414	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
United Airlines	Cheapest$250	Average$516	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$260	Average$454	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.