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$81+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco Bay Area

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 dicembre 23, 2024.

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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco Bay Area
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on dicembre 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.
mer 12/256:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
mar 1/76:55 amSFO - DCA
1 stop12h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$298
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mar 12/3110:51 amBWI - SJC
2 stops15h 55mSpirit Airlines
lun 1/69:24 pmSJC - BWI
1 stop18h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$304
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.
mer 12/256:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
lun 1/138:20 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$338
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mar 12/319:36 amBWI - SFO
1 stop11h 26mAmerican Airlines
mar 1/77:11 amSFO - BWI
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$397
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mar 12/316:00 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop20h 40mFrontier
lun 1/612:30 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop25h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$415
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.
mar 12/316:40 amBWI - SFO
1 stop8h 56mDelta
mar 1/72:33 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/23$447
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mar 12/316:35 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
lun 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.
mer 12/254:55 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop10h 50mJetBlue
mar 1/148:20 amSFO - DCA
1 stop9h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 12/21$459
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.
lun 12/302:16 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop13h 05mFrontier
gio 1/211:59 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop14h 04mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$468
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer 12/2511:30 amBWI - SFO
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
mer 1/810:35 amSFO - BWI
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$472
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lun 12/303:20 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 38mAmerican Airlines
sab 1/46:10 amSJC - DCA
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$480
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ven 12/275:30 amBWI - SJC
1 stop17h 51mMultiple Airlines
gio 1/212:40 pmSJC - BWI
1 stop21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$487

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 dicembre 23, 2024.

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BaltimoreSan Jose

BWI - SJC

BWISJC

Baltimore/Washington

ven 1/10

8:08 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San Jose

mer 1/15

9:41 am-10:02 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$148

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

gio 1/9

10:37 am-11:36 pm

1 stop15h 59m

Oakland

mar 1/14

11:37 am-5:00 am

1 stop14h 23m

$190

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sab 1/25

9:11 am-9:28 pm

2 stops15h 17m

San Jose

sab 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

lun 1/6

7:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 40m

San Jose

dom 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

mer 4/2

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

San Jose

mer 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

sab 1/25

1:40 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop11h 26m

San Jose

gio 1/30

1:20 pm-12:22 am

1 stop8h 02m

$276

Washington, D.C.Oakland

DCA - OAK

DCAOAK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sab 2/1

6:55 pm-8:49 am

1 stop16h 54m

Oakland

mer 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

sab 1/25

1:59 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop11h 07m

San Jose

lun 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

mer 5/14

8:18 am-11:14 am

Nonstop5h 56m

San Francisco

lun 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

lun 1/6

7:00 am-12:21 am

1 stop20h 21m

San Francisco

lun 1/13

8:20 am-4:32 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$293

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 dicembre 23, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 dicembre 23, 2024.

The most flights from WAS to zzXIH are scheduled on a Sunday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 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 dicembre 23, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Frontier and Delta from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. 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.
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Very good
4,780 reviews

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7.7

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8.7

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8.2

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8.1

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7.2

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8.1

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1 / 10

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

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $81. Frontier flights start at $95 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $133 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area?

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    Before booking your flight to San Francisco Bay Area from Washington, D.C., check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (92%), Virgin Australia (91%), United Airlines( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area is generally $1,011, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $163. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $148 for that flight.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 dicembre 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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