San Francisco Bay Area

$97+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

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IAD — SFO
May 4 — May 111
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$250
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$97
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$456
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From District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 29, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/198:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/2710:05 amSJC - DCA
1 stop8h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 7/163:39 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/266:24 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 6/46:00 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop20h 18mFrontier
Sun 6/812:13 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop20h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 7/226:27 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/296:00 amSJC - IAD
2 stops13h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 8/1912:31 pmDCA - SJC
2 stops9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/276:00 amSJC - DCA
1 stop9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Thu 5/86:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/141:11 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$257
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/276:30 amIAD - OAK
1 stop10h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 6/312:48 pmOAK - IAD
1 stop8h 11mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/27$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 5/257:25 amIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 18mFrontier
Sun 6/12:30 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop12h 28mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$258
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/285:44 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop8h 12mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/310:21 amSJC - DCA
1 stop7h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$263
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/296:15 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop17h 57mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/27:50 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop19h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$266
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/177:45 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/29:41 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/245:59 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2712:43 amSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$273

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/16

3:39 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop9h 56m

San Jose

Sat 7/26

6:24 pm-5:24 am

1 stop8h 00m

$251

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/4

6:00 pm-11:18 am

1 stop20h 18m

San Jose

Sun 6/8

12:13 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop20h 47m

$251

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/22

6:27 am-12:16 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San Jose

Tue 7/29

6:00 am-10:46 pm

2 stops13h 46m

$256

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/12

6:05 am-10:15 am

1 stop7h 10m

San Jose

Wed 7/16

6:30 am-8:55 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$256

Washington, D.C.Oakland

IAD - OAK

IADOAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/27

6:30 am-1:36 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Oakland

Tue 6/3

12:48 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-12:03 pm

1 stop9h 03m

San Jose

Wed 5/14

1:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/25

7:25 am-1:43 pm

1 stop9h 18m

San Jose

Sun 6/1

2:30 pm-5:58 am

1 stop12h 28m

$258

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/28

5:44 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 12m

San Jose

Tue 6/3

10:21 am-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$263

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/29

6:15 pm-9:12 am

1 stop17h 57m

San Jose

Mon 6/2

7:50 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$266

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/17

7:45 am-1:03 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

9:41 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$273

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

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 $393). 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 April 29, 2025.

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.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

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 April 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $121. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines, 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 $393). 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 10 airlines flying from District of Columbia to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 10 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$98Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$101Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$142Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$219Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$237Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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