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$149+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — SFO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to San Francisco are usually found in May or September, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$559
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/251:01 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop14h 20mFrontier
Wed 1/86:55 amSFO - DCA
1 stop26h 06mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$311
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 flugladen.de 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 12/17$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/315:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/912:27 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$536
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/236:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 45mJetBlue
Wed 1/19:44 pmSFO - DCA
1 stop9h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 12/16$537
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2511:45 amDCA - SFO
1 stop10h 45mSouthwest
Thu 1/910:35 amSFO - DCA
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$581
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/255:59 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/88:35 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$587
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/265:15 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 18mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/138:20 amSFO - DCA
Nonstop5h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$590

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National 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 18, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/9

5:32 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop6h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 1/14

8:20 am-4:32 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$297

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/5

7:00 am-7:59 am

1 stop27h 59m

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

9:10 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop11h 51m

$298

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

Tue 1/14

10:05 am-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$301

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/12

1:01 pm-12:11 am

1 stop14h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

8:20 am-4:32 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$303

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/28

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

12:27 am-11:00 am

1 stop7h 33m

$308

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/11

11:22 am-7:29 pm

1 stop11h 07m

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

11:20 pm-1:59 pm

1 stop11h 39m

$312

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/9

5:59 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 2/14

1:46 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$353

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/18

5:59 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

$149

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/17

1:03 pm-1:33 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$151

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/17

11:45 am-7:29 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$155

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Reagan-National to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 DCA to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 18, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, JetBlue and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco have to say. 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
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,279 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. On average, San Francisco has 2 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day from 7 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco round-trip from $297. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $298, and Southwest, from $301. Alaska Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $149. Frontier flights start at $151 while deals on JetBlue start at $155 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco on time: United Airlines (89%), Virgin Australia (87%), Air New Zealand (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

    On average you can expect to pay $874 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco) is currently priced at $148.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 7 airlines flying from Reagan-National to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$129Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$221Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$274Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$276Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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