San Francisco

$149+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SFO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$528
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San Francisco flights.
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. 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 American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:36 amBWI - SFO
1 stop11h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/77:11 amSFO - BWI
1 stop9h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$388
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:05 amBWI - SFO
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Thu 1/912:45 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Deal found 12/17$394
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 Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/196:10 amBWI - SFO
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Tue 1/75:20 amSFO - BWI
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$468
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:30 amBWI - SFO
1 stop9h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1110:47 pmSFO - BWI
Nonstop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$484
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/232:16 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop13h 05mFrontier
Thu 12/2611:59 pmSFO - BWI
1 stop14h 04mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$488
This Southwest 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 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
Thu 1/165:30 amSFO - IAD
2 stops14h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$509
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 Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/279:00 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 03mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/86:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/18$546
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:19 amIAD - SFO
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Wed 1/810:45 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/17$566

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

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

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/7

2:19 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

4:20 pm-12:29 am

Nonstop5h 09m

$297

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

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/31

5:25 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$299

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/6

6:10 am-1:35 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 2/10

11:26 am-11:58 pm

2 stops9h 32m

$301

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

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/6

2:01 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop9h 16m

San Francisco

Fri 2/21

12:35 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$308

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

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/15

1:48 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

1:51 pm-12:18 am

1 stop7h 27m

$309

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/17

Showing 1-10 of 44 results
1
2
3
...
5

Compare providers for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

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 Washington, D.C. 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
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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.-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.-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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.-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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, Delta and Southwest from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 13 flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco per day from 9 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco round-trip from $297. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $297, and Frontier, from $298. United Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $149 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $151 and American Airlines from $153 one-way.

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. 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. to San Francisco on time: Egyptair (100%), Air China (97%), Hawaiian Airlines (91%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is $178. On average you can expect to pay $1,210. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $148.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    If you're on a layover in Denver and looking for things to do, consider visiting Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, or Paramount Theatre. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be visited by traveling about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi respectively from Denver Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Denver Intl for an average daily rate of $61 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Charlotte?

    If you're on a layover in Charlotte and looking for things to do, consider visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center are located about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.8 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Charlotte can rent one for about $50 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Dallas?

    The majority of Dallas visitors spend their time at American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre. Those on a layover in Dallas interested in visiting American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, or Majestic Theatre can do so by traveling 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers can book a car rental at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $61 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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. to San Francisco?

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

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$101Average$245FlexibilityNo 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$239Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$282Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.