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$50+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SJC — WAS
feb. 25 — mar. 41
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The best prices from San Jose to Washington, D.C. are usually found in September or August, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$133
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$50
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$358

Good round-trip deal

$536 or less
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From San Jose to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

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mié. 5/1412:53 pmSJC - BWI
1 stop8h 06mSpirit Airlines
mié. 5/218:00 amBWI - SJC
1 stop11h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$133
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/106:00 amSJC - BWI
1 stop9h 46mMultiple Airlines
vie. 3/1412:30 pmBWI - SJC
1 stop29h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$184
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/164:03 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop17h 01mFrontier
dom. 4/206:00 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop23h 58mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$246
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/69:03 amSJC - DCA
1 stop8h 56mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/107:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$275
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/151:00 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 49mHawaiian Airlines
lun. 11/177:00 amIAD - SJC
1 stop10h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
sáb. 3/226:00 amSJC - DCA
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 3/298:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
vie. 8/1511:00 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop9h 47mDelta
sáb. 8/3012:35 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop10h 15mDelta
Deal found 2/19$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/111:00 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
lun. 8/183:40 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 4/77:39 pmSJC - DCA
2 stops9h 58mDelta
mié. 4/163:50 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 06mDelta
Deal found 2/20$282
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mar. 3/256:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 43mAlaska Airlines
lun. 3/315:58 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop27h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/2512:27 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
lun. 3/316:18 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/910:39 amSJC - DCA
1 stop8h 16mAlaska Airlines
mar. 4/158:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop17h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$309

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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San JoseBaltimore

SJC - BWI

SJCBWI

San Jose

mié. 5/14

12:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 5/21

8:00 am-4:46 pm

1 stop11h 46m

$133

San JoseBaltimore

SJC - BWI

SJCBWI

San Jose

lun. 3/10

6:00 am-6:46 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Baltimore/Washington

vie. 3/14

12:30 pm-3:03 pm

1 stop29h 33m

$184

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

mié. 4/16

4:03 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop17h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 4/20

6:00 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop23h 58m

$246

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

jue. 3/6

9:03 am-8:59 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 3/10

7:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$275

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

sáb. 3/22

6:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 3/29

8:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$277

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

vie. 8/15

11:00 pm-11:47 am

1 stop9h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 8/27

5:30 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$277

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

lun. 8/11

1:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 8/18

3:40 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$278

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

lun. 4/7

7:39 pm-8:37 am

2 stops9h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 4/16

3:50 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$282

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

mar. 3/25

6:15 am-4:58 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 3/31

5:58 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$304

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

mar. 3/25

12:27 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 3/31

6:18 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 17m

$308

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-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 Jose-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-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 Jose-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 Jose to Washington, D.C.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 75 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 San Jose to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from San Jose to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 SJC to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon 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 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 febrero 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C., such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. 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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly from San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. On average, San Jose has 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 7 airlines. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($133), Frontier ($250), and American Airlines ($277) offers the cheapest pricing from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 64% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $50. Users have also found prices from $65 and $128 on Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from San Jose to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$115Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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