Cheap flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. from $181

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Frontier Logo
5:07 pm - 8:20 am
SMF
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IAD
12h 13m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:50 am - 4:04 pm
IAD
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SMF
9h 14m
1 stop
$350Frontier
Wed, Jul 22 - Tue, Jul 28
Frontier Logo
5:07 pm - 8:20 am
SMF
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IAD
12h 13m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:38 pm - 10:35 am
IAD
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SMF
15h 57m
2 stops
$352Frontier
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28
Frontier Logo
6:28 pm - 8:20 am
SMF
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IAD
10h 52m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:50 am - 5:33 pm
IAD
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SMF
34h 43m
2 stops
$355Frontier
Fri, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 14
United Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 4:15 pm
SMF
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IAD
5h 06mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:57 pm
IAD
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SMF
8h 22m
1 stop
$359United Airlines
Fri, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 14
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6:52 am - 6:14 pm
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IAD
8h 22m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:17 am
IAD
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SMF
29h 17m
1 stop
$360Alaska Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
Frontier Logo
5:07 pm - 8:20 am
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IAD
12h 13m
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Frontier Logo
9:38 pm - 10:35 am
IAD
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SMF
15h 57m
2 stops
$362Frontier
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28
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5:07 pm - 8:20 am
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IAD
12h 13m
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Frontier Logo
8:33 pm - 3:32 pm
IAD
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21h 59m
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$365Frontier
Tue, Aug 4 - Fri, Aug 7
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7:47 pm - 4:07 pm
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IAD
17h 20m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
8:59 am - 6:52 pm
IAD
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12h 53m
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$366Frontier
Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30
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6:28 pm - 8:20 am
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IAD
10h 52m
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9:50 am - 4:04 pm
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9h 14m
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$368Frontier
Fri, Jul 24 - Tue, Jul 28
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6:00 am - 5:05 pm
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IAD
8h 05m
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6:14 am - 1:59 pm
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10h 45m
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$369American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Jan 7

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Alaska Airlines flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Aug 28
SMF6:52 amSacramento Intl
8h 22m
1 stop
IAD6:14 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 31
IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 17m
1 stop
SMF9:17 amSacramento Intl
$360
Alaska Airlines
Aug 28
SMF6:52 amSacramento Intl
8h 22m
1 stop
IAD6:14 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 30
IAD7:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 55m
2 stops
SMF12:30 pmSacramento Intl
$391
Alaska Airlines
Oct 20
SMF6:59 amSacramento Intl
7h 54m
1 stop
IAD5:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Oct 25
IAD7:24 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 26m
1 stop
SMF10:50 amSacramento Intl
$404

American Airlines flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

Our best American Airlines deals on Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 17
SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl
8h 05m
1 stop
IAD5:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 7
IAD6:14 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 45m
1 stop
SMF1:59 pmSacramento Intl
$369
American Airlines
Sep 23
SMF6:25 amSacramento Intl
13h 26m
2 stops
IAD10:51 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 29
IAD4:56 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 38m
1 stop
SMF11:34 pmSacramento Intl
$412
American Airlines
Sep 13
SMF5:53 pmSacramento Intl
13h 02m
2 stops
IAD9:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 19
IAD4:56 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 38m
1 stop
SMF11:34 pmSacramento Intl
$418

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Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/22

5:07 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/28

9:50 am-4:04 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$350

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/21

5:07 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/28

9:38 pm-10:35 am

2 stops15h 57m

$352

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/7

6:28 pm-8:20 am

1 stop10h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/14

9:50 am-5:33 pm

2 stops34h 43m

$355
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/7

8:09 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/14

6:35 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$359

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/28

6:52 am-6:14 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/31

7:00 am-9:17 am

1 stop29h 17m

$360

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/21

5:07 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/28

9:38 pm-10:35 am

2 stops15h 57m

$362

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/4

5:07 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/7

8:33 pm-3:32 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$365

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/28

7:47 pm-4:07 pm

2 stops17h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/30

8:59 am-6:52 pm

1 stop12h 53m

$366

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/24

6:28 pm-8:20 am

1 stop10h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/28

9:50 am-4:04 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$368

SacramentoWashington, D.C.

SMF - IAD

SMFIAD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/17

6:00 am-5:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/7

6:14 am-1:59 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$369

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

In general, December is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $342. If you aren’t able to travel to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport during the month of December, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $350.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $539. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for around $763.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Flying to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Sacramento in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $497 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $700 on average. Flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Sacramento in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Sacramento when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for around $422 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Sacramento for as low as $324 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 55% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight.

How have Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights are approximately 13% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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Cheap Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (SMF to IAD) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$363

Fastest flight time

4h 57m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Sacramento in the past 72 hours is $363. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $597.
The fastest flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 4h 57m
Direct flights go from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport every day.

Frequently asked questions about flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

  • How far is Sacramento Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl by plane?

    Sacramento Intl and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are 2347.7 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 4h 57m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

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Best airlines flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $168Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,850 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $224Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,452 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $243Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,771 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $268Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,605 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $284Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,250 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,925 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

    Across 12 United Airlines flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport this week, the average price was $454, with the best United Airlines deals starting from $289 round-trip. 9,920 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.

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