Cheap flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. from $187

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Alaska Airlines Logo
8:27 am - 8:00 pm
SFO
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DCA
8h 33m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 9:54 pm
DCA
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SFO
5h 55mnonstop
$365Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 12:51 pm
SFO
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DCA
27h 51m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:00 pm - 12:22 am
DCA
-
SFO
13h 22m
1 stop
$366Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 9:00 pm
SFO
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DCA
9h 35m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 9:54 pm
DCA
-
SFO
5h 55mnonstop
$367Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 25
Southwest Logo
11:05 pm - 12:20 pm
SFO
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DCA
10h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:55 pm - 10:55 pm
DCA
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SFO
9h 00m
2 stops
$368Southwest
Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:39 pm - 12:51 pm
SFO
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DCA
12h 12m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 12:30 am
DCA
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SFO
10h 30m
1 stop
$369Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 9 - Mon, Jul 13
Frontier Logo
9:39 pm - 12:51 pm
SFO
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DCA
12h 12m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 11:43 am
DCA
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SFO
7h 43m
1 stop
$370Frontier
Thu, Jul 9 - Tue, Jul 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:37 pm - 8:00 pm
SFO
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DCA
23h 23m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:59 am - 5:22 pm
DCA
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SFO
9h 23m
1 stop
$371Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:57 pm
SFO
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DCA
7h 57m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 9:54 pm
DCA
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SFO
5h 55mnonstop
$372Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30
Frontier Logo
9:39 pm - 9:59 pm
SFO
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DCA
21h 20m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
1:59 pm - 12:18 am
DCA
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SFO
13h 19m
1 stop
$373Frontier
Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:23 am - 8:00 pm
SFO
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DCA
8h 37m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 9:46 am
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SFO
27h 16m
1 stop
$374Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 22

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Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Sep 12
SFO8:27 amSan Francisco
8h 33m
1 stop
DCA8:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 19
DCA6:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 55m
SFO9:54 pmSan Francisco
$365
Alaska Airlines
Aug 19
SFO9:27 amSan Francisco
8h 33m
1 stop
DCA9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 26
DCA6:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 55m
SFO9:54 pmSan Francisco
$367
Alaska Airlines
Sep 22
SFO5:37 pmSan Francisco
23h 23m
1 stop
DCA8:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 29
DCA10:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 23m
1 stop
SFO5:22 pmSan Francisco
$371

Frontier flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

Our best Frontier deals on San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight tickets
Frontier
Aug 12
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
27h 51m
1 stop
DCA12:51 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 19
DCA2:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
13h 22m
1 stop
SFO12:22 amSan Francisco
$366
Frontier
Jul 9
SFO9:39 pmSan Francisco
12h 12m
1 stop
DCA12:51 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Jul 14
DCA7:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 43m
1 stop
SFO11:43 amSan Francisco
$370
Frontier
Jul 30
SFO9:39 pmSan Francisco
21h 20m
1 stop
DCA9:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 5
DCA1:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
13h 19m
1 stop
SFO12:18 amSan Francisco
$373

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San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

8:27 am-8:00 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/19

6:59 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop5h 55m

$365

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 8/12

6:00 am-12:51 pm

1 stop27h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/19

2:00 pm-12:22 am

1 stop13h 22m

$366

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

8:25 am-9:00 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/25

6:59 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop5h 55m

$367

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

11:05 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/13

4:55 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$368

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

9:39 pm-12:51 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/13

5:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 30m

$369

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

9:39 pm-12:51 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/14

7:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop7h 43m

$370

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Tue 9/22

5:37 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop23h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/29

10:59 am-5:22 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$371
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Fri 8/28

6:00 am-4:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/30

6:59 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop5h 55m

$372

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Thu 7/30

9:39 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/5

1:59 pm-12:18 am

1 stop13h 19m

$373

San FranciscoWashington, D.C.

SFO - DCA

SFODCA

San Francisco

Fri 9/11

8:23 am-8:00 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/22

9:30 am-9:46 am

1 stop27h 16m

$374

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from San Francisco, with most prices found around $337. If you aren’t able to travel to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport during the month of January, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $397.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $440. Flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $730. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the morning for as low as $496. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is at noon when prices are around $554.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for around $464 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from San Francisco for as low as $340 on momondo.

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How have San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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$305

Fastest flight time

5h 03m

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The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $305. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $531.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 5h 03m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport every day.

Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

  • How far is San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National by plane?

    San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are 2433.0 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 5h 03m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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    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 San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

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DeltaPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,397 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $150Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,888 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,829 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $208Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,985 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $257Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,508 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $265Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,235 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $274Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,828 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $310Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,662 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

    Across 6 Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport this week, the average price was $495, with the best Alaska Airlines deals starting from $257 round-trip. 12,508 users have rated Alaska Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.9/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

    Another popular option for San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights is United Airlines (7.4/10, 9,828 ratings). United Airlines flies from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport around 13 times per week, with deals starting from $274 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $548.

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