Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to San Francisco (SFO) from $130

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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
IAD — SFO
May 19 — May 261

The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or February, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 14, 2024.

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March

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$267

One-way from

$189
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From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Travelers have found that booking a Tuesday departure is the best way to save up to 15% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 50 days in advance to save up to 39% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 50 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $481, or $579 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in May. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in September are about $461 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $209.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco (IAD - SFO)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Sun Country Air flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Sun Country Air for the route between Dulles Intl and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Sun Country Air flights heading from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 6/1111:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 21mSun Country Air
Tue 6/185:46 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop13h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/12$281
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Tue 6/42:06 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop17h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$284
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Mon 6/35:30 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop14h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$290
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Tue 6/42:06 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop17h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/14$291
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Thu 6/611:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$304
Fri 9/136:00 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop21h 03mSun Country Air
Sat 9/211:05 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop19h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/14$305
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Mon 6/1011:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/12$308
Mon 6/1010:50 amIAD - SFO
1 stop15h 02mSun Country Air
Mon 6/1711:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 58mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$309
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Wed 6/56:01 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop14h 12mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$310
  • Sun Country Air is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco. Flights on this route from Sun Country Air typically cost $436.21 RT, a price that is 64% more expensive than the average Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco flight. The cheapest flight found was $168 RT. The most popular departure airport in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when flying to San Francisco is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San Francisco is San Francisco Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco, Sun Country Air flights are 10% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Dulles Intl and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've found from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sat 9/148:55 amIAD - SFO
1 stop14h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/57:38 amSFO - IAD
1 stop13h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$334
Tue 8/276:35 amIAD - SFO
1 stop16h 16mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/3012:59 amSFO - IAD
1 stop12h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$371
Fri 8/165:38 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/209:54 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$418
Thu 8/226:52 amIAD - SFO
1 stop20h 33mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/301:13 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$460
Sun 9/228:55 amIAD - SFO
1 stop9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/256:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$463
Fri 5/243:27 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/49:30 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$703
Sun 5/195:17 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/211:52 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$756
Fri 5/246:54 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/47:00 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$767
Thu 5/236:54 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/281:47 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$832
  • If you’re traveling from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $515.45 RT. This price is typically 65% more expensive than other airlines that offer Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $287. The most popular departure airport in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when flying to San Francisco is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San Francisco is San Francisco Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco, American Airlines flights are 1% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Dulles Intl to San Francisco flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Dulles Intl to San Francisco specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Prices were last updated on May 14, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 6/1111:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 21mSun Country Air
Tue 6/185:46 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop13h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/12$281
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Tue 6/42:06 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop17h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$284
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Mon 6/35:30 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop14h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$290
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Tue 6/42:06 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop17h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/14$291
Thu 5/307:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 28mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/46:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$299
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Thu 6/611:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$304
Tue 6/47:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop12h 58mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/98:35 amSFO - IAD
1 stop18h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$306
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Mon 6/1011:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/12$308
Mon 6/1010:50 amIAD - SFO
1 stop15h 02mSun Country Air
Mon 6/1711:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 58mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$309

Dulles Intl to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Dulles Intl and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 6/1111:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 21mSun Country Air
Tue 6/185:46 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop13h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/12$281
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Tue 6/42:06 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop17h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$284
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Mon 6/35:30 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop14h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$290
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Tue 6/42:06 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop17h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/14$291
Thu 5/307:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 28mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/46:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$299
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Thu 6/611:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$304
Fri 9/136:00 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop21h 03mSun Country Air
Sat 9/211:05 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop19h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/14$305
Tue 6/47:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop12h 58mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/98:35 amSFO - IAD
1 stop18h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$306
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Mon 6/1011:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/12$308

Non-stop flights to San Francisco from Dulles Intl

Discover non-stop flight options from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 8/215:57 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/317:00 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14$377
Thu 9/125:57 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/137:00 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14$397
Wed 8/285:57 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Fri 8/307:00 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$402
Sat 9/286:55 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/151:26 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14$422
Sun 6/307:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 40mAlaska Airlines
Fri 7/59:15 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$441
Wed 10/29:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 53mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/61:26 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14$442
Mon 6/36:54 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 52mUndisclosed Carrier
Tue 6/119:30 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 10mUndisclosed Carrier
Deal found 5/13$443
Fri 8/97:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 40mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/157:05 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/12$447
Fri 9/205:57 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/237:00 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14$462

Dulles Intl to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Dulles Intl to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Fri 5/247:20 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop26h 21mSun Country Air
Wed 5/291:10 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop18h 22mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$405
Fri 5/247:20 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop24h 51mSun Country Air
Wed 5/291:10 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop18h 22mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/14$415
Tue 5/217:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 39mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/39:45 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$432
Fri 5/247:20 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop26h 21mSun Country Air
Tue 6/42:06 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop17h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$448
Tue 5/217:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 39mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/46:35 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$459
Tue 5/217:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 39mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/3012:50 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop13h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$462
Mon 5/206:05 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop16h 24mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/39:45 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$476
Wed 5/226:15 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop25h 36mSun Country Air
Sat 5/256:10 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop14h 22mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$480
Fri 5/247:20 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop24h 51mSun Country Air
Mon 5/276:00 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop16h 02mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/14$485

One-way flights to San Francisco from Dulles Intl

Search for one-way flight options from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Users needing a return flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco should utilize the search form above.
Thu 5/308:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$130
Thu 5/307:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$138
Fri 5/316:05 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop16h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$144
Fri 7/128:00 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop18h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$145
Sun 6/168:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop27h 18mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/14$153
Wed 6/511:20 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/12$155
Tue 7/25:50 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop17h 24mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$156
Tue 6/1111:30 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 21mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$158
Fri 8/238:45 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop22h 45mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/13$160

Find flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco 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 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.

Fly from

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$281 - $408

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Price

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/11

1 stop8h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 6/18

1 stop13h 40m

$281

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/30

1 stop11h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 6/4

1 stop17h 15m

$284

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/30

1 stop11h 26m

San Francisco

Mon 6/3

1 stop14h 38m

$290

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/30

1 stop11h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 6/4

1 stop17h 15m

$291

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/30

1 stop10h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 6/4

1 stop8h 05m

$299

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/4

1 stop12h 58m

San Francisco

Tue 7/9

1 stop18h 05m

$306

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/14

1 stop14h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 10/5

1 stop13h 09m

$334

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/12

1 stop9h 11m

San Francisco

Sun 9/15

Nonstop5h 13m

$372

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/13

1 stop9h 03m

San Francisco

Wed 8/14

1 stop7h 45m

$408

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When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday 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.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Dulles Intl to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Dulles Intl to San Francisco is currently $149 while a round-trip flight costs $318. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $267). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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.

January

$274

February

$281

March

$330

April

$296

May

$316

June

$382

July

$364

August

$298

September

$268

October

$268

November

$287

December

$267

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated May 14, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Sun Country Air, American Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco to help guide your decision. 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.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,045 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,045 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,045 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
9,152 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,045 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
10,706 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,045 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.5
Good
2,925 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,045 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
416 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,045 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco. 7 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 29 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day.

  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Sun Country Air for just $281, but on average you can expect to pay $309.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco is less than $454.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco for under $500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco on average per day?

    14 flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 43% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 57% of flight departures

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

    Sun Country Air, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in just under 8h 21m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 11m. The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco is about 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($281), Alaska Airlines ($299), and American Airlines ($334) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco. Sun Country Air is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Sun Country Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $130. Users have also found prices from $138 and $189 on Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco on time: Qantas Airways (100%), Iberia (88%), Air China (83%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $218. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $284 on average our data indicates $1,349 when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco.

  • What does IAD to SFO mean?

    This is defined as Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and San Francisco Airport (SFO). Codes like San Francisco Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Dulles Intl to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Dulles Intl to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Dulles Intl to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Dulles Intl to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/14.

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44%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
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Weekly flight availability from Dulles Intl to San Francisco

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