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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco from $85

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American Airlines Logo
6:26 pm - 11:29 pm
BWI
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SMF
8h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:34 am - 11:11 am
SMF
-
BWI
7h 37m
1 stop
$255American Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Fri, May 8
United Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 9:05 pm
IAD
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SMF
6h 10mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:54 pm
SMF
-
IAD
4h 54mnonstop
$289United Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 11:43 pm
IAD
-
SMF
19h 38m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 5:27 pm
SMF
-
IAD
7h 19m
1 stop
$295Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 11:06 am
DCA
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SMF
30h 06m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:51 pm - 1:02 pm
SMF
-
DCA
17h 11m
1 stop
$298Frontier
Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 22
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 9:11 am
BWI
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SMF
17h 25m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:46 pm
SMF
-
BWI
8h 46m
1 stop
$302Alaska Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 12:10 pm
BWI
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SMF
8h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:45 pm - 5:20 am
SMF
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BWI
6h 35m
1 stop
$307Southwest
Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5
Southwest Logo
7:25 am - 12:40 pm
DCA
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SMF
8h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:05 pm - 8:25 am
SMF
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DCA
6h 20m
1 stop
$309Southwest
Fri, Mar 6 - Wed, Mar 11
Delta Logo
6:03 am - 2:01 pm
BWI
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SMF
10h 58m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:08 pm - 9:11 am
SMF
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BWI
7h 03m
1 stop
$312Delta
Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 2:01 pm
IAD
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SMF
11h 01m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:04 pm - 9:59 am
SMF
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IAD
7h 55m
1 stop
$314Delta
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
Frontier Logo
6:00 pm - 10:57 am
DCA
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SMF
19h 57m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:04 pm - 4:59 pm
SMF
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DCA
25h 55m
1 stop
$318Frontier
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27

Alaska Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Sacramento flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Feb 24
IAD7:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 38m
2 stops
SMF11:43 pmSacramento Intl
Mar 3
SMF7:08 amSacramento Intl
7h 19m
1 stop
IAD5:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$295
Alaska Airlines
Mar 4
BWI6:46 pmBaltimore/Washington
17h 25m
1 stop
SMF9:11 amSacramento Intl
Mar 11
SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl
8h 46m
1 stop
BWI5:46 pmBaltimore/Washington
$302
Alaska Airlines
Feb 19
IAD6:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 39m
1 stop
SMF11:59 pmSacramento Intl
Mar 11
SMF7:08 amSacramento Intl
7h 19m
1 stop
IAD5:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$303

American Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento

Our best American Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Sacramento flight tickets
American Airlines
May 2
BWI6:26 pmBaltimore/Washington
8h 03m
1 stop
SMF11:29 pmSacramento Intl
May 8
SMF12:34 amSacramento Intl
7h 37m
1 stop
BWI11:11 amBaltimore/Washington
$255
American Airlines
Apr 8
BWI5:39 amBaltimore/Washington
8h 19m
1 stop
SMF10:58 amSacramento Intl
Apr 14
SMF11:48 amSacramento Intl
9h 08m
1 stop
BWI11:56 pmBaltimore/Washington
$295
American Airlines
Mar 10
IAD11:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
14h 25m
2 stops
SMF10:55 pmSacramento Intl
Mar 17
SMF11:50 pmSacramento Intl
13h 26m
2 stops
IAD4:16 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$319

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreSacramento

BWI - SMF

BWISMF

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/2

6:26 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/8

12:34 am-11:11 am

1 stop7h 37m

$255

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/24

5:55 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

7:00 am-2:54 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$289

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/24

7:05 am-11:43 pm

2 stops19h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

7:08 am-5:27 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$295

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

8:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop30h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/22

4:51 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop17h 11m

$298

BaltimoreSacramento

BWI - SMF

BWISMF

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/4

6:46 pm-9:11 am

1 stop17h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$302

BaltimoreSacramento

BWI - SMF

BWISMF

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/1

6:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

7:45 pm-5:20 am

1 stop6h 35m

$307

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/6

7:25 am-12:40 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/11

11:05 pm-8:25 am

1 stop6h 20m

$309

BaltimoreSacramento

BWI - SMF

BWISMF

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/1

6:03 am-2:01 pm

2 stops10h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

11:08 pm-9:11 am

1 stop7h 03m

$312

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-2:01 pm

2 stops11h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/8

11:04 pm-9:59 am

1 stop7h 55m

$314

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/23

6:00 pm-10:57 am

1 stop19h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/27

12:04 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$318

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around $389. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of February, then departing from Washington, D.C. during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $389.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $399. Flights from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $551. 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 Sacramento?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sacramento is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento in the afternoon for as low as $422. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $440. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Sacramento?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sacramento from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sacramento for around $417 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sacramento from Washington, D.C. for as low as $299 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. to Sacramento Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of February 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Sacramento flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to Sacramento (WAS to SMF) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$214

Fastest flight time

5h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Sacramento

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Sacramento from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $214. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $330.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento takes 5h 30m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento every day.
There is 1 airport in Sacramento. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to Sacramento Intl (SMF).
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  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Sacramento Intl by plane?

    A flight from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento Intl will travel around 2370.0 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 30m.

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

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  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento Intl Airport?

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sacramento Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sacramento Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

  • What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento?

Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $156Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,399 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $169Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,137 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $268Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,832 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,232 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,273 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $308Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,215 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Washington, D.C. to Sacramento

    Southwest flies from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento around 8 times per week, with 4,273 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento in the last 72 hours was $296 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $452 for Southwest flights on this route.

  • United Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Sacramento

    United Airlines (7.4/10 from 9,232 reviews) operates around 6 flights from Washington, D.C. to Sacramento in any given week. The average United Airlines airfare for this route is around $432, with deals from around $289 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Washington, D.C. to Sacramento flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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