Washington, D.C.

$63+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SFO — WAS
Nov 10 — Nov 171
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 5, 2024.

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Tue 12/38:12 pmSJC - BWI
1 stop8h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/49:46 amBWI - SJC
1 stop13h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$163
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Thu 11/710:14 amSJC - BWI
1 stop25h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/186:30 amBWI - SJC
1 stop15h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$172
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Tue 12/35:30 amOAK - BWI
3 stops25h 07mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/1110:32 amBWI - OAK
2 stops25h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$207
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Wed 12/2512:30 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop20h 38mFrontier
Wed 1/17:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$231
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Tue 12/36:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop12h 56mFrontier
Sat 12/76:00 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop9h 11mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$238
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Sun 12/811:58 pmSFO - IAD
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Sat 12/1410:45 amIAD - SFO
1 stop14h 20mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$244
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Fri 12/66:00 amSFO - IAD
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/912:14 pmIAD - SFO
1 stop12h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$256
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Mon 11/181:33 pmSJC - DCA
2 stops19h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/251:00 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop25h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$263
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Thu 12/510:28 amSJC - DCA
1 stop7h 31mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/119:20 amDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$266
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Thu 12/56:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 17mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/125:10 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/4$266
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Sat 12/76:55 amSFO - DCA
1 stop7h 04mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/115:09 pmDCA - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$268
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Wed 12/46:15 amSJC - DCA
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Tue 12/105:10 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Deal found 11/3$276

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 2,554,862 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.

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Sat 11/23

7:23 pm-7:18 am

1 stop8h 55m

$81

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SJC - BWI

SJCBWI

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Thu 11/14

10:14 am-8:23 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$89

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SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Sat 12/7

7:30 am-8:36 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$133

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SJC - IAD

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San Jose

Tue 12/10

6:15 am-4:32 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$133

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Mon 11/25

5:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$138

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SFO - BWI

SFOBWI

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Fri 11/15

3:42 pm-7:18 am

2 stops12h 36m

$139

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

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SFOIAD

San Francisco

Fri 11/15

8:09 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop14h 46m

$150

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - IAD

SFOIAD

San Francisco

Thu 11/28

6:17 pm-11:45 am

1 stop14h 28m

$151

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Thu 1/9

11:05 pm-10:59 am

1 stop8h 54m

$155

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Sun 2/23

6:30 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$159

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

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

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. (average of $298). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 5, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 5, 2024.

The most flights from zzXIH to WAS are scheduled on a Tuesday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 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 5, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Sun Country Air and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.. 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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118 reviews

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8.3

Food

6.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

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8.2

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6.6

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Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

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118 reviews
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118 reviews

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8.3

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6.8

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8.4

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9.0

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6.6

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Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

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8.2
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118 reviews

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8.3

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6.8

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Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

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118 reviews

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8.3

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6.8

Boarding

8.4

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9.0

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8.2

Entertainment

6.6

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1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

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8,830 reviews
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

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Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

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8.2
Very good
118 reviews

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8.3

Food

6.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

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1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $126, but on average you can expect to pay $235.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. is less than $332.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 24 flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. a day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 21% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 79% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?

    For as low as $126, Frontier can have you in Washington, D.C. from San Francisco Bay Area in 7h 04m. There are 2426 mi between San Francisco Bay Area and Washington, D.C.. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. are Frontier ($63), Spirit Airlines ($81), and JetBlue ($119).

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. are Egyptair (100%), Asiana Airlines (95%) and Ethiopian Air (95%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $168. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $216 on average our data indicates $1,200 when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C..

  • What does SFO to IAD mean?

    San Francisco Airport is SFO and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is IAD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/5.

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Washington, D.C. (average of $298). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 2,554,862 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$163Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$188Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$227Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$271Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$275Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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