Washington, D.C.

$117+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SFO — WAS
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. are usually found in September or January, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$267
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$515
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From San Francisco to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Mon 1/61:01 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop14h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$278
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:10 pmSFO - BWI
3 stops35h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/58:54 amBWI - SFO
2 stops42h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$330
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:41 amSFO - BWI
2 stops19h 36mFrontier
Sun 1/56:44 pmBWI - SFO
2 stops39h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$362
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 12/256:00 amSFO - BWI
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Thu 1/910:18 amBWI - SFO
1 stop11h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/17$393
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Wed 12/256:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/95:32 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$409
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:57 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop12h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/95:25 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop9h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$423
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 12/256:15 amSFO - BWI
2 stops13h 40mSouthwest
Thu 1/94:15 pmBWI - SFO
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$423
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:00 amSFO - BWI
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/106:15 amBWI - SFO
Nonstop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$424
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 12/2410:55 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop14h 52mDelta
Wed 1/86:00 amIAD - SFO
1 stop10h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/17$466
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 12/3111:10 pmSFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/76:32 amIAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$467
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.
Wed 12/256:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop13h 39mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/86:10 amIAD - SFO
2 stops13h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$489
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.
Tue 12/319:55 amSFO - IAD
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Tue 1/75:50 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$498

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. 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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SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

1:00 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/13

5:45 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$267

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Fri 1/31

6:05 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/2

5:32 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop6h 21m

$268

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

7:00 am-4:18 pm

1 stop30h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/26

7:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$269

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

6:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/9

1:03 pm-1:33 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$271

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

9:15 am-10:41 pm

2 stops10h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/15

6:22 am-3:28 pm

2 stops12h 06m

$272

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

8:20 am-8:02 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/7

3:25 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$274

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

12:27 am-11:00 am

1 stop7h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/15

8:59 am-3:00 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$276

San FranciscoBaltimore

SFO - BWI

SFOBWI

San Francisco

Thu 1/2

11:59 pm-5:03 pm

1 stop14h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/10

12:56 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$278

San FranciscoBaltimore

SFO - BWI

SFOBWI

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

10:59 pm-5:03 am

1 stop27h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/17

9:10 am-9:42 am

1 stop27h 32m

$279

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

5:20 am-6:40 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/22

6:05 am-1:55 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$281

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. 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
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-Washington, D.C. 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 San Francisco to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 SFO to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 18, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

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

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

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

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 December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

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7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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8.1

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8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. On average, San Francisco has 12 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 9 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $267. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $269, and Frontier, from $271. United Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $117 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $149 and $149, respectively.

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Egyptair (90%), Asiana Airlines (89%) or Ethiopian Air (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,143 for a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $168 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) is currently priced at $138.

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

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

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be accessed by traveling approximately 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those landing in Denver looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $61 per day.

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

    If you're on a layover in Chicago and looking for things to do, consider visiting Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, or River North. Those on a layover in Chicago interested in visiting Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, or River North can do so by traveling 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Chicago O'Hare Intl for an average daily rate of $60 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 San Francisco to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$120Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$163Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$237Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$244Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$313Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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