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$139+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — WAS
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$244
(Expedia)

One-way from

$139
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$417

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$216 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Tue 2/176:55 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/226:59 pm
DCA
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$244
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Sun 2/2210:46 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/256:20 pm
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop8h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$244
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 3/58:48 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop29h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/86:00 am
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$245
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 3/269:04 pm
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop12h 58m
Frontier
Wed 4/17:00 am
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop16h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$246
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/1110:12 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop7h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 2/146:59 pm
DCA
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/14$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/117:00 am
SFO
-
IAD
2 stops13h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 2/185:00 am
IAD
-
SFO
2 stops10h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/126:15 am
SFO
-
DCA
1 stop7h 44m
Frontier
Sat 2/216:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop17h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 1/15$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/32:08 pm
SFO
-
DCA
2 stops23h 51m
Frontier
Tue 2/102:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$249
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/410:58 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 35m
Frontier
Sun 3/86:20 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/117:15 pm
SFO
-
DCA
2 stops15h 00m
Frontier
Tue 2/178:00 am
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop17h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2010:34 pm
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 00m
Frontier
Sun 2/2211:43 am
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop12h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/58:23 pm
SFO
-
DCA
2 stops37h 39m
Frontier
Mon 2/96:00 pm
DCA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 1/15$251

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

10:12 am-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/14

6:59 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

$247

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

4:55 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop5h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/25

9:23 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop6h 07m

$256

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

10:40 pm-8:43 am

1 stop7h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/15

9:40 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$257

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

9:40 am-5:56 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/9

6:56 pm-10:13 pm

Nonstop6h 17m

$257

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

5:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/18

5:59 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$257

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

7:00 am-5:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/4

5:26 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$257

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

8:40 am-9:00 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/13

5:15 pm-12:51 am

1 stop10h 36m

$261

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

10:45 pm-8:53 am

1 stop7h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/24

3:10 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$267

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

8:42 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 17m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/16

5:06 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$267

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

10:40 pm-11:32 am

1 stop9h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/20

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

$267

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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 San Francisco to Washington, D.C. in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 San Francisco-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 SFO to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 15, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 15, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

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

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 90% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $260.

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

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 22m.

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

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 46m.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Washington, D.C. trip
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding, enhancing comfort and convenience.


United Polaris offers lie-flat seats and upscale amenities, perfect for premium transcontinental routes.

Read more about United AirlinesBy Harriet Baskas
Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines offers 32” legroom in Main Cabin, with pre-order hot meals available online.


Alaska Airlines' Wi-Fi is available for a flat fee, ideal for business travelers on longer flights.

Read more about Alaska AirlinesBy Robert Schrader
Airports
SFO

For a quick check-in, use the AirTrain Red Line to navigate between terminals at SFO, saving time on long walks.

Read more about SFOBy Harriet Baskas
DCA

DCA is easily accessible via the Metro, offering a clean and affordable way to reach downtown D.C. from the airport.

Read more about DCABy Emily Zemler
IAD

Use the Silver Line Metro for a cost-effective way to reach IAD, with a station just five minutes from the terminal.

Read more about IADBy Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on DCA

Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on IAD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco 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
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,827 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,057 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. On average, San Francisco has 28 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 8 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Departing from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. will take you 5h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2412 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $105. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $133, and Delta, from $138. Frontier is priced at 74% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $74 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $86 and $113, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Brussels Airlines (93%), Egyptair (90%) or Asiana Airlines (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,196 for a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) is currently priced at $175.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

    Most of the time, San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights that have layovers will stop in Denver. Atlanta sees the next most layovers on San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be accessed by traveling approximately 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those landing in Denver looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $49 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Atlanta?

    If you're on a layover in Atlanta and looking for things to do, consider visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or Centennial Olympic Park. Those on a layover in Atlanta interested in visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or Centennial Olympic Park can do so by traveling 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.4 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Travelers can rent a car at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for an average daily rate of $52 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights?

    San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights have a layover in Chicago least often.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$105Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$133Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$188Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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