Washington, D.C.

$95+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SMF — WAS
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or February, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 November 21, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$218
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$95
(eDestinos)
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From Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1810:36 amSMF - BWI
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/68:44 amBWI - SMF
1 stop12h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$218
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/187:38 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop13h 30mFrontier
Mon 1/61:01 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop8h 47mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1812:22 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop6h 48mDelta
Mon 1/65:10 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Deal found 11/19$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/171:15 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Wed 1/157:20 amIAD - SMF
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Deal found 11/20$276
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/265:30 amSMF - BWI
1 stop14h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/65:53 pmBWI - SMF
2 stops33h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/188:10 amSMF - IAD
Nonstop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/65:55 pmIAD - SMF
Nonstop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$289
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/46:00 amSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 32mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/95:10 pmIAD - SMF
1 stop9h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/172:26 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/315:30 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/81:49 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/126:00 amIAD - SMF
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/242:13 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/46:00 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$408
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2112:33 pmSMF - BWI
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Thu 11/286:00 amBWI - SMF
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/20$410
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/265:30 amSMF - IAD
2 stops30h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/63:24 pmIAD - SMF
2 stops30h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$425

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

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SMF - BWI

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Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/20

4:41 pm-5:05 am

1 stop9h 24m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/29

10:37 am-3:46 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$218

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/18

7:38 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/6

1:01 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$258

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/23

6:37 am-5:57 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/29

5:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$268

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/21

12:42 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/30

1:58 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$276

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/12

12:42 pm-12:18 am

1 stop8h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/18

1:42 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$276

SacramentoBaltimore

SMF - BWI

SMFBWI

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/26

5:30 am-10:46 pm

1 stop14h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/6

5:53 pm-12:29 am

2 stops33h 36m

$288

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/18

8:10 am-4:08 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/6

5:55 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop6h 04m

$289

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/31

11:55 pm-10:47 am

1 stop7h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/3

7:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop7h 41m

$323

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/24

10:45 am-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/28

6:45 pm-10:00 am

1 stop18h 15m

$337

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - DCA

SMFDCA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/13

12:15 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/19

4:00 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$373

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Sacramento-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Washington, D.C. 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 Sacramento-Washington, D.C. 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 Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. is 26 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 SMF to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from SMF to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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7.2

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8.1

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8.2

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7.7

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8.7

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My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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8.1

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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8.2

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7.7

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8.7

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8.1

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
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8,758 reviews
8.1
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5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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8.1

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
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9,172 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. 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 from for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. from Sacramento Intl; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Sacramento airport to Washington, D.C.. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Sacramento Intl (SMF) from Sacramento’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $218. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $258, and Alaska Airlines, from $268. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $95 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $124 and Alaska Airlines from $134 one-way.

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

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,064 for a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $166 while the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $276.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$122Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$222Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$295Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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