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Best Price Found

$97

Fastest flight time

5h 29m

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 $97. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $245.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco takes 5h 29m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. is February. Most expensive is June

What is the cheapest day to depart Washington, D.C. for San Francisco?

Tuesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Tuesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

At noon. Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights are approximately 22% more expensive in the morning than at noon

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

Frontier. Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route?

Baltimore/Washington - San Francisco. Fly from Baltimore/Washington to San Francisco for the best Washington, D.C. - San Francisco flight prices

How far in advance should you book Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights?

52 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is approximately 52 days to departure

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

As of June 2023, 35 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in San Francisco each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 5:00AM, with 34% of daily flights taking off in the morning.

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

As of June 2023, there are 249 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Monday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco 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 Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight.

When you’re planning your trip from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, the most popular airport-to-airport route is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport. When booking your trip to San Francisco, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. The nearest airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport which is located in Washington, D.C.. If you are looking for alternate airports to fly into when traveling from Washington, D.C., you can try flying into Oakland Airport (in Oakland), San Jose Airport (in San Jose), or Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (in 15). In June, $259 is typically the cheapest round trip price you’ll find from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco which you can find when you fly DCA — SJC.

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) to San Francisco Airport (SFO)$267
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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to San Francisco Airport (SFO)$361
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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Oakland Airport (OAK)$386
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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) to San Jose Airport (SJC)$259
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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to San Jose Airport (SJC)$269
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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) to Oakland Airport (OAK)$381
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Easily compare round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco by changing tabs
American Airlines
Sep 6
BWI6:10 amBaltimore/Washington
10h 49m
1 stop
SFO4:59 pmSan Francisco
Sep 11
SFO1:49 amSan Francisco
8h 09m
1 stop
BWI9:58 amBaltimore/Washington
Frontier
Oct 25
BWI12:33 pmBaltimore/Washington
10h 23m
1 stop
SFO10:56 pmSan Francisco
Oct 28
SFO10:40 amSan Francisco
17h 49m
1 stop
BWI4:29 amBaltimore/Washington
Multiple Airlines
Sep 9
BWI2:00 amBaltimore/Washington
20h 44m
1 stop
SFO10:44 pmSan Francisco
Sep 16
SFO2:00 amSan Francisco
9h 21m
1 stop
BWI11:21 amBaltimore/Washington
United Airlines
Aug 23
BWI2:45 pmBaltimore/Washington
5h 47m
SFO8:32 pmSan Francisco
Aug 30
SFO5:10 amSan Francisco
5h 22m
BWI10:32 amBaltimore/Washington
Delta
Aug 29
BWI3:02 pmBaltimore/Washington
7h 57m
1 stop
SFO10:59 pmSan Francisco
Sep 9
SFO8:10 amSan Francisco
8h 10m
1 stop
BWI4:20 pmBaltimore/Washington
JetBlue
Aug 29
DCA9:30 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
11h 27m
1 stop
SFO8:57 pmSan Francisco
Sep 5
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
10h 53m
1 stop
DCA3:38 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

If you're looking for one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, view some of our deals below provided by American Airlines and Frontier
American Airlines
Aug 31
BWI1:16 pmBaltimore/Washington
8h 42m
1 stop
SFO9:58 pmSan Francisco
Frontier
Nov 1
BWI12:33 pmBaltimore/Washington
10h 23m
1 stop
SFO10:56 pmSan Francisco
Multiple Airlines
Aug 23
BWI12:36 pmBaltimore/Washington
21h 16m
2 stops
SFO9:52 amSan Francisco

Search last-minute flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C.

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
Frontier
Jun 10
BWI8:51 amBaltimore/Washington
14h 38m
1 stop
SFO11:29 pmSan Francisco
Jun 21
SFO9:57 amSan Francisco
7h 40m
1 stop
BWI5:37 pmBaltimore/Washington
Multiple Airlines
Jun 7
BWI12:13 pmBaltimore/Washington
35h 01m
2 stops
SFO11:14 pmSan Francisco
Jun 14
SFO8:24 pmSan Francisco
11h 57m
1 stop
BWI8:21 amBaltimore/Washington
Delta
Jun 8
BWI3:09 amBaltimore/Washington
8h 02m
1 stop
SFO11:11 amSan Francisco
Aug 8
SFO1:25 amSan Francisco
8h 17m
1 stop
BWI9:42 amBaltimore/Washington
JetBlue
Jun 8
DCA9:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco
Aug 9
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
7h 50m
1 stop
DCA12:35 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
United Airlines
Jun 7
IAD2:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 00m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
Jun 12
SFO4:25 pmSan Francisco
11h 50m
1 stop
IAD4:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Frontier
Jun 10
BWI8:51 amBaltimore/Washington
14h 38m
1 stop
SFO11:29 pmSan Francisco
Jun 17
SFO4:57 amSan Francisco
12h 57m
1 stop
BWI5:54 pmBaltimore/Washington

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

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
JetBluePriceFrom $134Free CancellationRating
7.0
947 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $161Free CancellationRating
6.1
854 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.9
2,002 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,276 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,133 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $263Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,280 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

    Across 11 Alaska Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco this week, the average price was $450, with the best Alaska Airlines deals starting from $179 round-trip. 2,002 users have rated Alaska Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.9/10.

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

    Another popular option for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights is United Airlines (7.2/10, 2,133 ratings). United Airlines flies from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco around 57 times per week, with deals starting from $237 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $530.


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 6
BWI6:10 amBaltimore/Washington
10h 49m
1 stop
SFO4:59 pmSan Francisco
Sep 11
SFO1:49 amSan Francisco
8h 09m
1 stop
BWI9:58 amBaltimore/Washington
American Airlines
Sep 6
BWI6:10 amBaltimore/Washington
10h 49m
1 stop
SFO4:59 pmSan Francisco
Sep 11
SFO5:00 amSan Francisco
9h 53m
2 stops
BWI2:53 pmBaltimore/Washington
American Airlines
Aug 18
BWI1:16 pmBaltimore/Washington
8h 42m
1 stop
SFO9:58 pmSan Francisco
Aug 22
SFO5:56 pmSan Francisco
8h 19m
1 stop
BWI2:15 amBaltimore/Washington

Frontier flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Our best Frontier deals on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight tickets
Frontier
Oct 25
BWI12:33 pmBaltimore/Washington
10h 23m
1 stop
SFO10:56 pmSan Francisco
Oct 28
SFO10:40 amSan Francisco
17h 49m
1 stop
BWI4:29 amBaltimore/Washington
Frontier
Sep 14
BWI12:33 pmBaltimore/Washington
10h 11m
1 stop
SFO10:44 pmSan Francisco
Sep 20
SFO10:40 amSan Francisco
17h 51m
1 stop
BWI4:31 amBaltimore/Washington
Frontier
Aug 26
BWI2:00 amBaltimore/Washington
16h 29m
1 stop
SFO6:29 pmSan Francisco
Sep 2
SFO1:45 amSan Francisco
19h 22m
1 stop
BWI9:07 pmBaltimore/Washington

  • 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 41m.


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