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$140+ 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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SFO
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$278
(Frontier)

One-way from

$140
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$480

Good round-trip deal

$397 or less

Good one-way deal

$190 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San Francisco flight deals.
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From District of Columbia to San Francisco
One-way flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($49 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 March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip 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 March 28, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/98:01 amIAD - SFO
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Wed 5/1411:45 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$278
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/171:03 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Thu 4/246:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/246:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Sat 4/265:40 amSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 3/27$282
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/28:01 amIAD - SFO
1 stop9h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/59:35 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$283
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/216:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/249:20 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/266:35 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 08mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 5/39:20 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 12mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$284
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/197:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 10mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/285:35 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop19h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/217:00 amDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/231:10 pmSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/238:55 amDCA - SFO
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Wed 4/305:40 amSFO - DCA
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/226:35 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 08mAlaska Airlines
Thu 4/248:30 amSFO - DCA
1 stop10h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/255:10 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 58mDelta
Fri 5/212:47 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/27$307
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1212:40 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop13h 10mSun Country Air
Tue 6/176:14 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop14h 29mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/27$309

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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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

District of Columbia

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

8:01 am-2:54 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

11:45 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$278

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/17

1:03 pm-12:44 am

1 stop14h 41m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

6:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$278

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/24

6:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop8h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

5:40 am-5:22 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$282

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/2

8:01 am-2:54 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

9:35 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$283

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/21

6:00 pm-12:44 am

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

9:20 am-5:32 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$283

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/26

6:35 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

9:20 am-5:32 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$284

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/19

7:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

5:35 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$285

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/21

7:00 am-10:14 am

Nonstop6h 14m

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

1:10 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/23

8:55 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

5:40 am-6:10 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$292

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/22

6:35 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

8:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$297

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

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

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 $398). 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 March 28, 2025.

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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to SFO are scheduled on a Friday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 March 28, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from District of Columbia to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. 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.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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 Sun Country Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $140. Frontier flights start at $140 while deals on Delta start at $144 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 (93%) or Lufthansa (88%) 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 $1,460, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $138. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $252 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 $398). 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

Discover the top 10 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$91Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$158Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$219Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$256Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$277Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$304Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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