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$150+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SFO
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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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 (SFO). 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 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$297
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$150
(Mytrip)
From District of Columbia to San Francisco
One-way flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco

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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/257:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop20h 21mFrontier
Thu 1/96:05 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$303
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Expedia 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
Thu 1/98:20 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$438
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Tue 1/2110:45 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/21$566
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:45 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Sat 1/115:10 amSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$576
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
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/302:45 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop10h 00mSouthwest
Tue 1/75:20 amSFO - DCA
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$591
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/285:59 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/2011:59 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$617
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/256:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 20mJetBlue
Sun 1/59:44 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop10h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 12/20$626
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:21 amIAD - SFO
1 stop11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/215:20 amSFO - IAD
2 stops11h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$641
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Fri 12/279:20 amDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 54mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/208:20 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$681
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/259:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 03mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/156:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$716
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 12/259:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/611:47 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$718

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco 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 22, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/12

6:32 am-9:40 am

Nonstop6h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

11:08 am-9:02 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$297

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/15

5:15 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop6h 31m

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

8:20 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

$297

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/24

5:25 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

3:57 pm-4:23 pm

1 stop21h 26m

$299

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/16

5:04 pm-12:45 am

1 stop10h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

10:11 am-10:41 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$301

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/3

6:00 pm-8:09 am

1 stop17h 09m

San Francisco

Fri 1/10

6:05 am-5:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$301

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/7

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

7:00 am-6:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$306

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/13

2:00 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

5:20 am-6:05 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$306

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/6

5:32 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop6h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

6:05 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$308

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/4

2:45 pm-12:20 am

1 stop12h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

8:30 pm-7:17 am

1 stop7h 47m

$312

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/9

12:55 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop9h 11m

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

12:40 am-11:00 am

1 stop7h 20m

$321

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

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Travel insights for flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from District of Columbia to San Francisco 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to San Francisco. 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from USDC to SFO are scheduled on a Saturday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from District of Columbia to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier. 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
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
3,789 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,266 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from District of Columbia?

    For a flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $150. American Airlines flights start at $153 while deals on Delta start at $158 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco consider choosing Egyptair (100%), Air China (97%) or Hawaiian Airlines (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco is generally $1,210, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $178. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $166 for that flight.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

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

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco. 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 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$101Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$158Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$205Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$221Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$240Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$282Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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