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1:55 pm - 9:21 pmIAD-SFO
10h 26m1 stop
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6:00 am - 4:52 pmSFO-IAD
7h 52m1 stop
vie., sep. 19 - mar., sep. 23
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8:00 am - 8:58 pmIAD-SFO
15h 58m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 12:55 pmSFO-IAD
10h 55m1 stop
$267Frontier
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sáb., ago. 30 - dom., sep. 7
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6:59 pm - 9:50 pmDCA-SFO
5h 51mnonstop
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9:34 am - 5:59 pmSFO-DCA
5h 25mnonstop
$277Hawaiian Airlines
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mar., sep. 23 - mar., sep. 30
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6:59 pm - 9:50 pmDCA-SFO
5h 51mnonstop
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8:41 am - 8:29 pmSFO-DCA
8h 48m1 stop
$280Hawaiian Airlines
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sáb., sep. 27 - sáb., oct. 4
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7:00 am - 10:02 amDCA-SFO
6h 02mnonstop
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12:43 am - 11:29 amSFO-DCA
7h 46m1 stop
$283United Airlines
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7:00 pm - 11:59 pmDCA-SFO
7h 59m1 stop
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8:32 am - 4:52 pmSFO-DCA
5h 20mnonstop
$287United Airlines
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mar., sep. 23 - mar., sep. 30
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2:21 pm - 7:58 pmIAD-SFO
8h 37m1 stop
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5:45 am - 6:47 pmSFO-IAD
10h 02m2 stops
$304American Airlines
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sáb., sep. 20 - sáb., sep. 27
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6:59 pm - 9:50 pmDCA-SFO
5h 51mnonstop
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8:45 am - 8:59 pmSFO-DCA
9h 14m1 stop
$307Alaska Airlines
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mar., sep. 23 - mar., sep. 30
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11:47 am - 7:15 pmIAD-SFO
10h 28m2 stops
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5:45 am - 6:47 pmSFO-IAD
10h 02m2 stops
$310American Airlines
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7:00 am - 1:44 pmBWI-SFO
9h 44m1 stop
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2:42 pm - 5:39 amSFO-BWI
11h 57m1 stop
$322Alaska Airlines
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American Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Our best American Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 20
IAD2:21 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 37m
1 stop
SFO7:58 pmSan Francisco
Sep 27
SFO5:45 amSan Francisco
10h 02m
2 stops
IAD6:47 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
American Airlines
Sep 20
IAD11:47 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 28m
2 stops
SFO7:15 pmSan Francisco
Sep 27
SFO5:45 amSan Francisco
10h 02m
2 stops
IAD6:47 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
American Airlines
Sep 3
IAD6:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 10m
1 stop
SFO6:35 pmSan Francisco
Sep 14
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
7h 58m
1 stop
IAD10:57 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun Country Air flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Our best Sun Country Air deals on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight tickets
Sun Country Air
Sep 21
BWI5:39 pmBaltimore/Washington
26h 39m
1 stop
SFO5:18 pmSan Francisco
Oct 1
SFO1:03 pmSan Francisco
18h 41m
1 stop
BWI10:44 amBaltimore/Washington
Sun Country Air
Sep 25
BWI12:17 pmBaltimore/Washington
8h 01m
1 stop
SFO5:18 pmSan Francisco
Oct 2
SFO5:57 pmSan Francisco
14h 27m
1 stop
BWI11:24 amBaltimore/Washington

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Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 9/19

1:55 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop10h 26m

San Francisco

mar. 9/23

6:00 am-4:52 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$265

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 8/30

8:00 am-8:58 pm

1 stop15h 58m

San Francisco

dom. 9/7

11:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$267

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 9/23

6:59 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop5h 51m

San Francisco

mar. 9/30

9:34 am-5:59 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 9/27

6:59 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop5h 51m

San Francisco

sáb. 10/4

8:41 am-8:29 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$280

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 11/1

7:00 am-10:02 am

Nonstop6h 02m

San Francisco

mar. 11/4

12:43 am-11:29 am

1 stop7h 46m

$283

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 9/23

7:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

San Francisco

mar. 9/30

8:32 am-4:52 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 9/20

2:21 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop8h 37m

San Francisco

sáb. 9/27

5:45 am-6:47 pm

2 stops10h 02m

$304

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 9/23

6:59 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop5h 51m

San Francisco

mar. 9/30

8:45 am-8:59 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$307

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 9/20

11:47 am-7:15 pm

2 stops10h 28m

San Francisco

sáb. 9/27

5:45 am-6:47 pm

2 stops10h 02m

$310

BaltimoreSan Francisco

BWI - SFO

BWISFO

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 9/23

7:00 am-1:44 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San Francisco

mar. 9/30

2:42 pm-5:39 am

1 stop11h 57m

$322

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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 September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $395.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $501. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $703.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Washington, D.C. 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 $630.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. for as low as $373 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to San Francisco (WAS to SFO) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Best Price Found

$219

Fastest flight time

5h 37m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $219. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $354.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco takes 5h 37m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
  • How far is Washington, D.C. to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 2432.6 mi away from Washington, D.C.. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 49m.

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

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

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,031 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $119Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,200 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,918 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,683 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $177Free CancellationRating
6.9
332 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,979 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $238Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,943 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

    Across 6 Alaska Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco this week, the average price was $432, with the best Alaska Airlines deals starting from $237 round-trip. 10,000 users have rated Alaska Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

  • Hawaiian Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

    Another popular option for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights is Hawaiian Airlines (7.8/10, 2,681 ratings). Hawaiian Airlines flies from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco around 7 times per week, with deals starting from $158 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $397.

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