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$81+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SJC — WAS
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Jose to Washington, D.C. are usually found in September or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

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One-way from

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Average 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 December 22, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:04 pmSJC - BWI
2 stops16h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/75:30 amBWI - SJC
1 stop8h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$327
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2312:30 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop20h 38mFrontier
Sat 1/256:00 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop21h 11mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$335
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2612:40 pmSJC - BWI
1 stop21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/15:30 amBWI - SJC
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:55 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop9h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/78:33 amIAD - SJC
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$408
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:00 amSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Thu 1/97:20 amIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/21$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:18 pmSJC - IAD
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/75:00 amIAD - SJC
2 stops10h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$445
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:40 amSJC - IAD
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Tue 1/73:55 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$479
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:21 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop9h 19mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/76:57 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop17h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$487
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2210:40 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop7h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/251:00 pmDCA - SJC
2 stops11h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$508
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sat 12/215:40 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop21h 14mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/255:29 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop20h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$523
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/246:15 amSJC - DCA
1 stop8h 49mDelta
Fri 1/312:26 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/20$530
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:40 amSJC - DCA
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/318:45 amDCA - SJC
1 stop12h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$649

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

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 December 22, 2024.

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San JoseBaltimore

SJC - BWI

SJCBWI

San Jose

Thu 1/9

11:36 am-5:00 am

1 stop14h 24m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/14

12:44 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$163

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Thu 1/23

6:40 am-6:26 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/27

3:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$276

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Thu 1/23

6:40 am-6:04 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/27

4:53 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$276

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Wed 1/22

6:30 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/28

8:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$281

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Fri 5/2

10:20 am-8:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/6

8:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$296

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Mon 1/13

6:15 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/17

5:25 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$296

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Wed 3/12

4:03 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/15

7:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$298

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Sat 1/18

12:02 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/25

6:10 am-1:35 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$301

San JoseBaltimore

SJC - BWI

SJCBWI

San Jose

Mon 1/13

6:00 am-9:03 pm

2 stops12h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/18

1:48 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$348

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - IAD

SJCIAD

San Jose

Thu 1/23

11:35 am-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/28

11:10 am-9:25 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$352

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PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

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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 December 20, 2024.

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 December 22, 2024.

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 December 16, 2024.

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 December 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C., such as American Airlines, Southwest 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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.

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose 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 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 ($163), Delta ($276), and United Airlines ($281) offers the cheapest pricing from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 56% 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 $81. Users have also found prices from $112 and $113 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either San Jose - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or San Jose - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, San Jose - Baltimore/Washington is the most popular route 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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Top 7 airlines flying from San Jose to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$114Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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