Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $42
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/21. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
The best prices from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or January, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday
How to find the cheapest flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
All the information you need to plan the best SFO to WAS flight in 2023: compare San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Washington, D.C..
Popular in | June |
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Cheapest in | February |
Round-trip from | $237 |
One-way from | $42 |
SFO - WAS Price | $237 - $375 |
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WAS Temperature | 35.6 - 80.6 °F |
WAS Rainfall | 2.6 - 4 inches |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Washington, D.C.. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.
How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
To save on the cost of your flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., book at least 39 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 30% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $592 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $682.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco. Prices for February average $508 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $238. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a February flight can save you 45% on your journey compared to booking in June
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. (SFO - WAS)?
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 15% on airfare.
Cheap Undisclosed Carrier flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Undisclosed Carrier flights heading from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
If you’re traveling from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Undisclosed Carrier. Flights on this route from Undisclosed Carrier typically cost $457.21 RT, a price that is 70% cheaper than the average San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight. The cheapest flight found was $188 RT. When traveling from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. on Undisclosed Carrier, the most popular airport to depart from is San Francisco Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., Undisclosed Carrier flights are 13% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
Browse through some of the cheapest Alaska Airlines flights traveling from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Alaska Airlines is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. Flights on this route from Alaska Airlines typically cost $529.13 RT, a price that is 57% cheaper than the average San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight. The cheapest flight found was $259 RT. San Francisco Airport is the most common San Francisco airport to take off from when flying to Washington, D.C.. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Washington, D.C.. When flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., Alaska Airlines flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Cheap San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights in September & October 2023
The best prices found for SFO to WAS flights for September, October
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One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco
The cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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San Francisco
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Nonstop6h 07m
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Nonstop5h 08m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Undisclosed Carrier, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!
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We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!
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We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!
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We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!
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We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!
Entertainment
Food
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Boarding
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We were rebooked from our original 7 am flight to a 9:25 am flight. We tried but could not get seat assignments upon online check-in. At the airport, the security officer almost did not let us through to the gate, since our boarding pass had no QR code and said "seat assignment at the gate." When we made it to the gate and asked for seat assignments, the gate agents kept telling us that they were not authorized to assign us seats and that we would be assigned seats 30 mins prior to departure. They referred us to the service center that would not help either. Since they also said that the flight was full, we were left in doubt if we were going to make it onto this flight. Finally, after everybody else's seats had been assigned, about 15 mins to departure they assigned us two separate seats. We could not sit together. Whoever designed seat assignment and boarding procedures at Alaska Airlines must have zero understanding of how to make such a process work smoothly and efficiently. We'll think twice before booking another flight with Alaska!
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights.
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 35 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.
Can I find flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $109, but on average you can expect to pay $127.
Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. for under $300 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. is less than $336.
Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. for under $200?
There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $200.
What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. on average per day?
Per day, 18 flights depart from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 44% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 56% of flight departures
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
Departing from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. will take you 25h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2426 mi.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $109. Frontier is priced at 78% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
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 - Baltimore/Washington or San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl as they are the most popular.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta are the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C..
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 Cathay Pacific (100%), Iberia (100%) or Qantas Airways (96%) 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 $954 for a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $158 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) is currently priced at $145.
What does SFO to IAD mean?
Great question - SFO to IAD just means San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).
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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
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Hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
See what time of day planes typically take off from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
| 3%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 57%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 15%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 25%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
| Sunday | 33daily flights |
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| Monday | 43daily flights |
| Tuesday | 32daily flights |
| Wednesday | 33daily flights |
| Thursday | 36daily flights |
| Friday | 42daily flights |
| Saturday | 32daily flights |