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$133+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from District of Columbia (USDC) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 December 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$261
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$133
(Alaska Airlines)
From District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Wed 12/256:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Tue 1/76:55 amSFO - DCA
1 stop12h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$298
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/138:20 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$338
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:00 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop20h 40mFrontier
Mon 1/612:30 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop25h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/316:35 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/610:40 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop10h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$450
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/254:55 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop10h 50mJetBlue
Tue 1/148:20 amSFO - DCA
1 stop9h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 12/21$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/303:20 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/46:10 amSJC - DCA
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/314:13 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/610:40 pmSJC - DCA
2 stops10h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$500
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/256:21 amIAD - SJC
1 stop10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/812:02 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$503
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/306:00 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Sat 1/410:51 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/23$529
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Thu 12/263:25 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Fri 1/36:15 amSJC - DCA
2 stops11h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/23$580
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/316:07 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Tue 1/710:45 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/23$586
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2810:20 pmIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/157:00 amSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$587

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/25

9:11 am-9:28 pm

2 stops15h 17m

San Jose

Sat 2/1

6:00 am-7:35 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$261

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/6

7:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 40m

San Jose

Sun 1/12

1:11 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$264

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/2

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

San Jose

Wed 4/2

5:08 pm-5:34 am

1 stop9h 26m

$270

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/25

1:40 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop11h 26m

San Jose

Thu 1/30

1:20 pm-12:22 am

1 stop8h 02m

$276

Washington, D.C.Oakland

DCA - OAK

DCAOAK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/1

6:55 pm-8:49 am

1 stop16h 54m

Oakland

Wed 2/5

10:41 am-5:53 pm

1 stop28h 12m

$276

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/25

1:59 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop11h 07m

San Jose

Mon 1/27

1:20 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$276

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

8:18 am-11:14 am

Nonstop5h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

7:05 pm-5:21 am

1 stop7h 16m

$293

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/6

7:00 am-12:21 am

1 stop20h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

8:20 am-4:32 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$293

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/19

5:15 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop6h 31m

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

8:08 am-8:59 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$294

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/18

7:20 am-12:44 pm

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

7:10 am-5:02 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$296

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

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 DC to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Bay Area. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Frontier and Southwest from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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4,780 reviews

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8.2

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8.1

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8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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7.2

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,555 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.5
Good
3,790 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
3,263 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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  • How popular is this District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $133. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area 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 District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$101Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$158Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$168Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$221Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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