What is the cheapest airline that flies from District of Columbia to San Francisco?

American Airlines, Southwest, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from District of Columbia to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from District of Columbia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from District of Columbia to San Francisco on average per day?

As of September 2025, 39 flights take off from District of Columbia and land in San Francisco each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 41% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Q: How many flights depart from District of Columbia to San Francisco on average per week?

279 flights are operational weekly from District of Columbia to San Francisco as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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6:58 pm - 10:11 pmDCA-SFO

6h 13mnonstop

9:00 am - 9:59 pmSFO-DCA

9h 59m1 stop

$265Alaska Airlines

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Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5

11:25 am - 8:28 pmIAD-SFO

12h 03m2 stops

10:15 am - 11:59 pmSFO-IAD

10h 44m2 stops

$267American Airlines

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8:00 am - 6:03 pmDCA-SFO

13h 03m1 stop

9:45 am - 5:58 pmSFO-DCA

5h 13mnonstop

$267Alaska Airlines

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Sat, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 8

6:04 am - 1:29 pmIAD-SFO

10h 25m2 stops

7:10 am - 10:33 pmSFO-IAD

12h 23m2 stops

$268American Airlines

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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19

2:00 pm - 7:03 pmDCA-SFO

8h 03m1 stop

12:43 am - 11:29 amSFO-DCA

7h 46m1 stop

$272United Airlines

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6:00 pm - 12:14 amDCA-SFO

9h 14m1 stop

8:55 pm - 4:59 pmSFO-DCA

17h 04m2 stops

$273Frontier

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5:00 pm - 12:14 amIAD-SFO

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6:34 am - 11:55 pmSFO-IAD

14h 21m2 stops

$274Frontier

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7:45 pm - 12:05 amIAD-SFO

7h 20m1 stop

12:30 pm - 11:05 pmSFO-IAD

7h 35m1 stop

$277Southwest

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3:35 pm - 9:25 pmDCA-SFO

8h 50m2 stops

10:25 am - 10:40 pmSFO-DCA

9h 15m1 stop

$282Southwest

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Sat, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 26

7:00 am - 9:49 amDCA-SFO

5h 49mnonstop

5:00 am - 2:55 pmSFO-DCA

6h 55m1 stop

$283United Airlines

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Alaska Airlines flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco

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Alaska Airlines

Nov 4

DCA6:58 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 13m

SFO10:11 pmSan Francisco

Nov 5

SFO9:00 amSan Francisco

9h 59m

1 stop

DCA9:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Nov 1

DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

13h 03m

1 stop

SFO6:03 pmSan Francisco

Nov 8

SFO9:45 amSan Francisco

5h 13m

DCA5:58 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Nov 7

IAD5:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9h 06m

1 stop

SFO11:46 pmSan Francisco

Nov 11

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

7h 13m

1 stop

IAD5:13 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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American Airlines

Nov 4

IAD11:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

12h 03m

2 stops

SFO8:28 pmSan Francisco

Nov 8

SFO10:15 amSan Francisco

10h 44m

2 stops

IAD11:59 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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American Airlines

Nov 12

IAD6:04 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10h 25m

2 stops

SFO1:29 pmSan Francisco

Nov 19

SFO7:10 amSan Francisco

12h 23m

2 stops

IAD10:33 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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American Airlines

Nov 14

IAD2:16 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9h 14m

1 stop

SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco

Nov 14

SFO12:27 amSan Francisco

9h 45m

1 stop

IAD1:12 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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9:00 am-9:59 pm

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10:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 44m

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6:04 am-1:29 pm

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7:10 am-10:33 pm

2 stops12h 23m

$268

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/18

2:00 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

12:43 am-11:29 am

1 stop7h 46m

$272

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DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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6:00 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 14m

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8:55 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops17h 04m

$273

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Mon 10/27

5:00 pm-12:14 am

2 stops10h 14m

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Sat 11/1

6:34 am-11:55 pm

2 stops14h 21m

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IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/23

7:45 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

12:30 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/18

3:35 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops8h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

10:25 am-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$282

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/23

7:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop5h 49m

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

5:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$283

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $396.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from District of Columbia to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $503. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $707.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Our data shows that the cheapest District of Columbia to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the morning for as low as $547. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $626.

What is the cheapest District of Columbia to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from District of Columbia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $434 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from District of Columbia for as low as $378 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on District of Columbia to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on District of Columbia to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on District of Columbia to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a District of Columbia to San Francisco flight.

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Best Price Found	$188
Fastest flight time	5h 38m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in San Francisco	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San Francisco from District of Columbia in the past 72 hours is $188. The best round-trip flight deal from District of Columbia to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $360.

The fastest flight from District of Columbia to San Francisco takes 5h 38m

Direct flights go from District of Columbia to San Francisco every day.

There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from District of Columbia to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from District of Columbia to San Francisco is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (20.55% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (19.24%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (13.21%), and Boeing 777 (10.92%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $120	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,158 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $134	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,050 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $142	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 332 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $218	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,760 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,912 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,964 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $272	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $289	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $296	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $396.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from District of Columbia to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $503. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $707.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

What is the cheapest District of Columbia to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

What cabin class options are available on District of Columbia to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on District of Columbia to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on District of Columbia to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a District of Columbia to San Francisco flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from District of Columbia to San Francisco?

American Airlines, Southwest, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from District of Columbia to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

How many flights depart from District of Columbia to San Francisco on average per day?

As of September 2025, 39 flights take off from District of Columbia and land in San Francisco each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 41% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from District of Columbia to San Francisco on average per week?

279 flights are operational weekly from District of Columbia to San Francisco as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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