Cheap flights from San Francisco to Washington (SFO - WAS)

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From San Francisco to Washington

Are flight prices decreasing from San Francisco to Washington due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both San Francisco and Washington for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from San Francisco to Washington to control the spread of COVID-19?

Alaska Airlines is one of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travelers flying from San Francisco to Washington are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, social distance seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from San Francisco to Washington have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from San Francisco to Washington have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like United Airlines with this kind of flexibility.

What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Washington?

Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Washington. On average, San Francisco has 9 outbound flights to Washington per day from 9 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Washington for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Washington for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $169, but on average you can expect to pay $211.

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Washington for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Washington under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Washington is less than $365.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Washington for under $400?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Washington within the next 7 days for less than $400.

What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Washington?

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Thursday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Washington on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 2 flights from San Francisco to Washington a day.
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 100% of flight departures

Is San Francisco weather warmer or cooler than Washington?

Expect the weather to be around 90 °F on average in July. As the temperature peaks, try to get your plans done early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. The climate in Washington is generally hotter than in San Francisco.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Washington?

United Airlines, Frontier, and American Airlines can get you from San Francisco to Washington in just under 5h 03m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 40m. San Francisco and Washington are separated by a distance of 2426 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Washington round-trip?

According to our current data, Frontier ($169), and Major Airline ($256) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Washington. Frontier is priced at 55% 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 one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Washington are Frontier ($84), United Airlines ($137), and Major Airline ($148).