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$91+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — WAS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$172
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$91
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$463

Good round-trip deal

$388 or less

Good one-way deal

$181 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/211:01 amSJC - BWI
1 stop15h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/96:15 pmBWI - SJC
1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 8/112:12 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop13h 22mFrontier
Mon 8/187:30 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 47mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/26:45 amSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Thu 7/105:00 amIAD - SJC
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$262
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/1410:20 amSJC - DCA
1 stop7h 39mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/168:59 amDCA - SJC
1 stop7h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$263
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/136:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop9h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/165:25 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/48:45 amSJC - DCA
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Wed 8/1310:55 amDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/16:24 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/162:39 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 8/177:17 pmSJC - IAD
2 stops11h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2311:51 amIAD - SJC
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$269
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/412:17 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop20h 54mFrontier
Mon 9/87:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$270
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/1510:20 amSJC - DCA
1 stop7h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 7/228:59 amDCA - SJC
1 stop8h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/9$276
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/246:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop9h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 7/305:25 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 8/1210:58 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Sat 8/161:00 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 58mDelta
Deal found 6/9$277

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Washington, D.C.

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseBaltimore

SJC - BWI

SJCBWI

San Jose

Wed 7/2

11:01 am-5:43 am

1 stop15h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/9

6:15 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$172

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Mon 8/11

2:12 pm-6:34 am

1 stop13h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/18

7:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$259

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Wed 7/2

6:45 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/10

5:00 am-11:00 am

2 stops9h 00m

$262

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Thu 8/14

10:20 am-8:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/16

8:59 am-1:56 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$263

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Wed 8/13

6:15 am-6:59 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/16

5:25 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$263

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Fri 8/1

6:24 pm-5:24 am

1 stop8h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/16

2:39 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$264

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Mon 8/4

8:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/13

10:55 am-5:20 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$264

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Sun 8/17

7:17 pm-9:53 am

2 stops11h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/23

11:51 am-4:36 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$269

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Thu 9/4

12:17 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop20h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/8

7:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop7h 32m

$270

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Tue 7/15

10:20 am-8:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/22

8:59 am-2:37 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$276

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from San Jose to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 SJC to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose 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.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C., such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. On average, San Jose has 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 7 airlines. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Jose to Washington, D.C. flight route?

    Flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. have been viewed 9 times in the past calendar month.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($172), Frontier ($259), and Southwest ($262) offers the cheapest pricing from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $91. Users have also found prices from $121 and $122 on Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $157. While the most popular route (San Jose - Baltimore/Washington) can be booked for $184 on average our data indicates $323 when flying from San Jose to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose 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 Jose to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from San Jose to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 7 airlines flying from San Jose to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$114Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$133Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$140Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$263Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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