Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Jose, California and Washington, D.C.?

Denver (DEN) was the most common stop: 41% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C.?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 39m.

How many flights depart from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. on average per day?

As of July 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C.. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00PM, with 70% of flights taking off in the evening.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Jose to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Delta, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to Washington, D.C.

What airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

United Airlines, Southwest and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from San Jose, California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. on average per week?

As of July 2026, 9 flights take off from San Jose, California and land in Washington, D.C. each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 40m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $242.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Washington, D.C. were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to Washington, D.C.?

As of July 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to Washington, D.C..

How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to Washington, D.C.?

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 Jose Airport to Washington, D.C..

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

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

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2:17 pm - 8:04 am

SJC

IAD

14h 47m

1 stop

8:59 am - 1:22 pm

IAD

SJC

31h 23m

1 stop

$281Frontier

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

2:12 pm - 8:20 am

SJC

IAD

15h 08m

1 stop

7:53 pm - 9:26 am

IAD

SJC

16h 33m

1 stop

$284Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 11

6:30 am - 5:08 pm

SJC

DCA

7h 38m

1 stop

5:10 pm - 10:42 pm

DCA

SJC

8h 32m

1 stop

$290United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

6:37 pm - 5:25 am

SJC

IAD

7h 48m

1 stop

3:40 pm - 10:50 pm

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SJC

10h 10m

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$290United Airlines

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6:10 am - 6:09 pm

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8h 59m

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3:00 pm - 8:24 pm

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SJC

8h 24m

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$295Delta

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9:20 am - 11:55 pm

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11h 35m

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5:20 pm - 10:00 pm

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SJC

7h 40m

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$300Southwest

Thu, Jul 30 - Fri, Aug 7

7:29 am - 9:00 pm

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DCA

10h 31m

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10:59 am - 6:04 pm

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SJC

10h 05m

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$305Alaska Airlines

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8:55 am - 10:20 pm

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10h 25m

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SJC

15h 05m

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$306Southwest

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DCA

9h 31m

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5:20 pm - 10:27 pm

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SJC

8h 07m

1 stop

$325Alaska Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5

5:10 pm - 6:20 am

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BWI

10h 10m

1 stop

6:00 am - 11:28 am

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SJC

8h 28m

1 stop

$365Delta

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

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Alaska Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C.

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Aug 26

SJC8:17 pmSan Jose

18h 57m

1 stop

IAD6:14 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sep 8

IAD7:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 48m

1 stop

SJC9:23 amSan Jose

$305

Alaska Airlines

Sep 8

SJC5:06 pmSan Jose

22h 08m

1 stop

IAD6:14 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sep 16

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11h 51m

1 stop

SJC3:51 pmSan Jose

$325

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Jul 9

SJC7:13 amSan Jose

8h 32m

1 stop

IAD6:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Jul 13

IAD7:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16h 33m

1 stop

SJC9:26 amSan Jose

$332

United Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C.

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Aug 14

SJC6:37 pmSan Jose

7h 48m

1 stop

IAD5:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 15

IAD3:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10h 10m

1 stop

SJC10:50 pmSan Jose

$290

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Aug 25

SJC8:45 amSan Jose

7h 38m

1 stop

IAD7:23 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 29

IAD5:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8h 35m

1 stop

SJC10:50 pmSan Jose

$295

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Jul 15

SJC1:10 pmSan Jose

7h 49m

1 stop

DCA11:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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DCA6:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 03m

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SJC12:03 pmSan Jose

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9:20 am-11:55 pm

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Fri 8/7

5:20 pm-10:00 pm

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San JoseWashington, D.C.

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Tue 8/25

7:29 am-9:00 pm

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Tue 9/1

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San JoseWashington, D.C.

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San Jose

Tue 8/25

8:55 am-10:20 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/29

6:10 am-6:15 pm

2 stops15h 05m

$306

San JoseWashington, D.C.

SJC - DCA

SJCDCA

San Jose

Tue 9/1

8:29 am-9:00 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/5

5:20 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$325

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SJC - BWI

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Sat 8/15

5:10 pm-6:20 am

1 stop10h 10m

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Sat 8/22

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop8h 28m

$365

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Jose, California and Washington, D.C.?

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

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from San Jose, California, with most prices found around $125. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in September, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. during April average around $144.

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You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$236
Fastest flight time	4h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Washington, D.C.	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from San Jose, California in the past 72 hours is $236. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $468.

The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 50m

Direct flights go from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. every day.

There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. From San Jose, California there are direct flights to Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

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How far is San Jose to Washington, D.C. by plane?
Washington, D.C. is 2413.9 mi away from San Jose. Flights usually cover this in 4h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Washington, D.C.?
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As of July 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to Washington, D.C..
How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to Washington, D.C.?
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 Jose Airport to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. 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.. 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 San Jose, California to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Jose, California and Washington, D.C., the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 32.31% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 16.92%, Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 9.23%, and Airbus A321neo with 8.46%.
What is the most popular airline from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C.?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Jose, California to Washington, D.C. is Southwest, representing 64% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 15%, Alaska Airlines at 12%, and United Airlines at 9%.

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