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$138+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IAD
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH) to District of Columbia (USDC). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/1711:10 amSJC - DCA
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Thu 1/27:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop7h 50mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$258
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/511:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 15mFrontier
Tue 12/101:17 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 33mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/76:55 amSFO - DCA
1 stop26h 06mFrontier
Mon 12/236:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$265
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1011:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/175:10 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sat 12/146:15 amSJC - DCA
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Sat 1/115:10 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop8h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/21$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sat 12/146:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Sun 1/124:58 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Deal found 11/21$276
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/158:00 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/166:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$288
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/114:35 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop22h 10mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/86:55 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop15h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/247:10 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/76:32 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/912:38 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Sat 12/146:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/20$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/912:38 amSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Tue 12/173:35 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/20$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/116:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/85:25 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$323

Find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

9:10 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop11h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/16

1:01 pm-12:09 am

1 stop14h 08m

$258

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Tue 12/17

11:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/2

7:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

$258

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Thu 12/5

11:59 pm-11:14 am

1 stop8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/10

1:17 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$258

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

6:00 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/2

5:15 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop6h 31m

$260

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Tue 1/21

8:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/27

7:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$264

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Tue 12/10

11:59 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop10h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/17

5:10 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$273

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Sat 12/14

6:15 am-5:59 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/11

5:10 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$276

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Sat 12/14

6:15 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/12

4:58 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$276

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

8:20 am-4:32 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/8

5:32 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop6h 21m

$297

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

11:15 am-7:27 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/29

8:35 am-11:29 am

Nonstop5h 54m

$297

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia (average of $299). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 XIH to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

The most flights from zzXIH to USDC are scheduled on a Thursday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Delta and Frontier from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia. 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.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,389 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $138. Alaska Airlines flights start at $138 while deals on Frontier start at $144 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia 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 Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia (average of $299). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area to District of Columbia. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$157Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$237Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$244Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$275Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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