Reagan-National

$139+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Reagan-National (DCA)

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SMF — DCA
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are usually found in August or October, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(Delta)

One-way from

$139
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$465
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sacramento Intl-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National flights.
From Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($77 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sun 4/136:20 amSMF - DCA
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Fri 4/186:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 3/24$277
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 4/2512:03 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop21h 06mFrontier
Thu 5/11:00 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop25h 06mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$300
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 8/45:05 amSMF - DCA
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Thu 8/75:45 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 4/1411:59 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/165:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 4/2111:59 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/282:46 pmDCA - SMF
2 stops10h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$373
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 10/308:10 amSMF - DCA
1 stop10h 45mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/28:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop14h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$410
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/59:35 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop9h 05mJetBlue
Mon 6/91:25 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop10h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 3/24$462
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 8/1910:38 amSMF - DCA
1 stop7h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/245:06 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop9h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/24$608

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Sacramento

Fly to

Reagan-National

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Sun 4/13

6:20 am-6:04 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/18

6:00 am-11:01 am

1 stop8h 01m

$277

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/25

12:03 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop21h 06m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/1

1:00 pm-11:06 am

1 stop25h 06m

$300

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/14

11:59 pm-11:59 am

1 stop9h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/16

5:00 am-10:16 am

1 stop8h 16m

$309

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/3

6:20 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/7

12:10 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$314

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/21

11:59 pm-9:58 am

1 stop6h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/28

2:46 pm-10:44 pm

2 stops10h 58m

$373

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/19

7:44 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop22h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/24

9:59 am-11:37 pm

2 stops16h 38m

$438

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/5

9:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop9h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/9

1:25 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$462

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/10

10:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/14

5:55 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$635

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/22

11:05 pm-11:38 am

1 stop9h 33m

$139

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/28

12:13 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$149

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Reagan-National in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Reagan-National

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Reagan-National. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 47 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 SMF to DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 46% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Reagan-National. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from SMF to DCA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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. Reagan-National Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, 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 Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from Sacramento Intl; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Sacramento airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Sacramento Intl (SMF) from Sacramento’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $277, Delta will fly you from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $300 and $304, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport one-way?

    $139 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $149 and $154, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Reagan-National flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Reagan-National 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 Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Reagan-National

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National. 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$137Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$230Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$394Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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