Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to District of Columbia from $149

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SFO — IAD
Jun 11 — Jun 181

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia at least 31 days early can save you up to 44% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 31 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia for as little as $466 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $595 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to District of Columbia from San Francisco. Prices for September average $461 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $183. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a September flight can save you 16% on your journey compared to booking in June

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to DC?

When flying from San Francisco 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.

Cheap San Francisco to District of Columbia flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to District of Columbia specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to District of Columbia in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 6/1712:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Wed 6/266:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop14h 48mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$275
Sun 7/2812:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Wed 8/76:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$276
Fri 7/2612:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Tue 8/66:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$277
Thu 7/1112:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Fri 7/196:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$278
Mon 6/1712:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Sun 6/237:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop28h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$280
Tue 7/1612:58 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Tue 7/236:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$283
Mon 6/1012:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Wed 6/2612:53 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop14h 16mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$284
Mon 6/1712:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Sat 6/226:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$285
Mon 7/1512:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Thu 7/256:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$286

San Francisco to District of Columbia 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and District of Columbia in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to District of Columbia in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 8/2012:58 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Mon 8/266:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$173
Fri 8/3012:58 amSFO - DCA
1 stop14h 11mFrontier
Wed 9/117:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop19h 58mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$176
Fri 8/2312:58 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Sat 8/3112:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop13h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$178
Fri 9/2012:58 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Sat 10/512:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop13h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$180
Sun 8/412:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Tue 8/136:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$182
Sun 7/2812:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Wed 8/1412:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop13h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$185
Tue 8/1312:58 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Mon 8/266:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$188
Sat 8/312:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Wed 8/146:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$189
Tue 8/208:15 amSFO - DCA
1 stop24h 54mFrontier
Tue 10/112:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop13h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$190

San Francisco to District of Columbia flights leaving soon

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Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Fri 6/1412:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Tue 7/306:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$312
Fri 6/1412:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Tue 6/186:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$353
Tue 6/115:50 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop13h 36mSun Country Air
Tue 6/1811:50 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 01mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/4$353
Sun 6/1612:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Tue 6/187:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop19h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$355
Tue 6/1112:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop17h 58mFrontier
Thu 6/207:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop19h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$357
Fri 6/1412:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop14h 10mFrontier
Tue 7/306:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$358
Sat 6/1512:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Tue 6/187:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop19h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$363
Tue 6/1112:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 02mFrontier
Mon 6/1712:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop14h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$364
Tue 6/1112:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 02mFrontier
Tue 6/187:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop19h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$365

One-way flights to District of Columbia from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to District of Columbia. 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users needing a return flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia should utilize the search form above.
Fri 8/212:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$149
Tue 8/64:35 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$149
Tue 6/1812:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$151
Tue 7/166:59 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$151
Sat 8/37:22 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop19h 47mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$152
Sun 7/1412:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$153
Wed 6/1912:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$154
Thu 7/45:55 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop16h 02mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/5$154
Tue 7/212:59 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$155

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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San FranciscoWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Tue 8/20

1 stop8h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/26

1 stop7h 59m

$173

San FranciscoWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Fri 8/30

1 stop14h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/11

1 stop19h 58m

$176

San FranciscoWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 9/18

1 stop8h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/20

1 stop12h 24m

$222

San FranciscoWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

1 stop8h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/21

Nonstop5h 46m

$260

San FranciscoWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Wed 8/14

1 stop7h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/21

Nonstop5h 46m

$282

San FranciscoWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Thu 7/4

1 stop16h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/11

1 stop23h 11m

$315

San FranciscoWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Tue 8/6

1 stop8h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/14

1 stop8h 22m

$316

San FranciscoWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Mon 9/9

1 stop9h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/10

Nonstop5h 48m

$322

San FranciscoWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Sun 9/1

2 stops11h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/3

1 stop10h 37m

$341

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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 June 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco 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.
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.6
Good
4,316 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $173, but on average you can expect to pay $192.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia is less than $353.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to District of Columbia for under $400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to District of Columbia on average per day?

    Per day, 32 flights depart from San Francisco to District of Columbia on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 50% of flight departures
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  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to District of Columbia in 8h 11m. Fly via Frontier or JetBlue to get the fastest option. San Francisco and District of Columbia are separated by a distance of 2426 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $149. Users have also found prices from $149 and $151 on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia are Qatar Airways (87%), Air China (86%) and Asiana Airlines (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $172. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $294 on average our data indicates $1,021 when flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia.

  • 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! While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to District of Columbia 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 San Francisco to District of Columbia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to District of Columbia 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 San Francisco to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to District of Columbia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia 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 San Francisco to District of Columbia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to District of Columbia 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 San Francisco to District of Columbia flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to District of Columbia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to District of Columbia?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to District of Columbia (average of $278). Flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to District of Columbia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$150Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$179Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$201Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$264Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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Hourly flight availability from San Francisco to District of Columbia

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43%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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