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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco, with most prices found around $387. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. during September average around $396.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $508. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. for around $656.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?
In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $502. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $591. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
What is the cheapest San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco when booking 7 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $473 when searching 7 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco for as low as $416 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
Frontier, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
What airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?
United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 10 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 Francisco to Washington, D.C. on average per day?
As of April 2025, 40 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Washington, D.C. each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 55% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. on average per week?
285 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. as of April 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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Best Price Found | $87 |
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Fastest flight time | 5h 04m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in Washington, D.C. | 3 airports |
How far is San Francisco to Washington, D.C. by plane?
A flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. will travel around 2432.6 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 5h 04m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C. were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The number of operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C. is 10 as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (20.20% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (12.41%), Boeing 737-900 (11.42%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (11.34%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Washington, D.C., the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 51% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Alaska Airlines with 25%, Frontier with 13%, and Delta with 5%.
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $48 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,926 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $128 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,281 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $157 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 349 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $194 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $208 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,916 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $221 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,926 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $224 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.9 2,380 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $262 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,887 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $286 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,280 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $300 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,667 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
Alaska Airlines flight deals from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. start from $262 round-trip. Over the 13 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $479 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Hawaiian Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
The best Hawaiian Airlines deal for San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $224, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Hawaiian Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $393 round-trip. Hawaiian Airlines operates 15 flights out of San Francisco into Washington, D.C. in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 2,382 Hawaiian Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.9/10.
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco.
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