Washington, D.C.

$268+ Cheap flights from Santa Fe (SAF) 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAF — WAS
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Fe (SAF) 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 May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$284
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$268
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$608
From Santa Fe to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

Find flight deals from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.

Cheapest flights from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/272:06 pmSAF - BWI
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:53 amBWI - SAF
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/279:51 amSAF - IAD
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/3111:51 amIAD - SAF
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/272:06 pmSAF - DCA
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/3111:30 amDCA - SAF
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/81:32 pmSAF - IAD
1 stop5h 53mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/1110:10 amIAD - SAF
1 stop8h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/155:59 pmSAF - DCA
2 stops18h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/174:17 pmDCA - SAF
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/157:00 amSAF - BWI
2 stops8h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/164:10 pmBWI - SAF
1 stop19h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$677

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Santa Fe

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa FeBaltimore

SAF - BWI

SAFBWI

Santa Fe

Wed 8/27

2:06 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/31

6:53 am-1:36 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$284

Santa FeWashington, D.C.

SAF - IAD

SAFIAD

Santa Fe

Wed 8/27

9:51 am-6:56 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/31

11:51 am-4:23 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$334

Santa FeWashington, D.C.

SAF - DCA

SAFDCA

Santa Fe

Wed 8/27

2:06 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/31

11:30 am-4:23 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$334

Santa FeWashington, D.C.

SAF - DCA

SAFDCA

Santa Fe

Fri 8/15

5:59 pm-2:22 pm

2 stops18h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/17

4:17 pm-9:22 am

1 stop19h 05m

$562

Santa FeBaltimore

SAF - BWI

SAFBWI

Santa Fe

Thu 5/15

7:00 am-5:14 pm

2 stops8h 14m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/16

4:10 pm-9:32 am

1 stop19h 22m

$677

Santa FeWashington, D.C.

SAF - IAD

SAFIAD

Santa Fe

Tue 5/20

1:32 pm-7:26 am

2 stops15h 54m

$268

Santa FeBaltimore

SAF - BWI

SAFBWI

Santa Fe

Wed 5/21

1:32 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$310

Santa FeWashington, D.C.

SAF - DCA

SAFDCA

Santa Fe

Tue 5/20

6:05 pm-3:02 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$378

Santa FeWashington, D.C.

SAF - IAD

SAFIAD

Santa Fe

Tue 5/27

6:20 am-4:17 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$388

Santa FeWashington, D.C.

SAF - DCA

SAFDCA

Santa Fe

Wed 5/21

2:00 pm-6:37 am

2 stops14h 37m

$422

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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.

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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Santa Fe 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 9.8 mi from the city center, Santa Fe is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Santa Fe. Booking flights from Santa Fe (SAF) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 2 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C. is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $284 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $562. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe to Washington, D.C..

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Fe to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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