How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco take?

Direct flights take on average 5h 32m to travel the 2,434 miles between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are between 13 and 15 direct flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 00m. The most common departure time is 18:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 97 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco was £119 for a one-way ticket and £219 for a return. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Washington, D.C. is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in San Francisco. You will leave Washington, D.C. from one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You will be arriving at San Francisco. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 06:26 and will be landing in San Francisco at 09:32.

What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco jets off at 22:09 and lands at 00:58.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco were found on Frontier (£165) and Hawaiian Airlines (£178).

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15:32 - 22:22IAD-SFO

9h 50m1 stop

21:59 - 16:36SFO-IAD

15h 37m1 stop

£165Frontier

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Thu, 15 May - Sun, 18 May

07:00 - 15:17DCA-SFO

11h 17m1 stop

20:56 - 12:07SFO-DCA

12h 11m1 stop

£165Frontier

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Thu, 15 May - Sun, 18 May

17:59 - 21:14DCA-SFO

6h 15mdirect

13:14 - 21:34SFO-DCA

5h 20mdirect

£178United Airlines

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Sat, 17 May - Wed, 21 May

19:59 - 22:50IAD-SFO

5h 51mdirect

21:41 - 05:55SFO-IAD

5h 14mdirect

£178Hawaiian Airlines

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Sat, 17 May - Sat, 24 May

07:00 - 10:14DCA-SFO

6h 14mdirect

00:43 - 11:36SFO-DCA

7h 53m1 stop

£186United Airlines

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Wed, 14 May - Tue, 20 May

17:14 - 23:53IAD-SFO

9h 39m1 stop

21:41 - 05:55SFO-IAD

5h 14mdirect

£186Alaska Airlines

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Tue, 20 May - Tue, 27 May

15:00 - 00:35DCA-SFO

12h 35m1 stop

22:10 - 10:38SFO-DCA

9h 28m1 stop

£195JetBlue

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Wed, 6 Aug - Mon, 11 Aug

19:59 - 22:50IAD-SFO

5h 51mdirect

21:41 - 05:55SFO-IAD

5h 14mdirect

£201Alaska Airlines

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Tue, 20 May - Tue, 27 May

15:35 - 00:46DCA-SFO

12h 11m1 stop

22:10 - 10:38SFO-DCA

9h 28m1 stop

£222JetBlue

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Fri, 4 Jul - Tue, 8 Jul

07:15 - 09:47IAD-SFO

5h 32mdirect

22:43 - 06:50SFO-IAD

5h 07mdirect

£223Hawaiian Airlines

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Expert advice for your flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.

KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.

Airports

IAD

For a smooth departure from IAD, use the AeroTrain to quickly navigate between terminals. It's a 24-hour service connecting main terminal with Concourses A, B, and C.

SFO

Upon arrival at SFO, consider using BART for a cost-effective ride to downtown San Francisco. It's accessible from the International Terminal.

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Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco cost £240 and was between Baltimore (BWI) and San Francisco (SFO). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £240.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

If you are looking for a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost £291 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £396 and £388 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

No, with an average price for the route of £448, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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High season	May
Cheapest flight	£90

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Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to San Francisco

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Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesDCA-SFOJan 2025

Bring your own entertainment. Depend on them for reliability and your flight to get you there on time if not early.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesDCA-SFOJan 2025

Reserve your plane seat & bring something to eat in the plane.

NoamFlew with Alaska AirlinesIAD-SFOAug 2024

Flying to the Ronald Reagan airport is closer and faster to D.C. than the Dulles airport.

Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesIAD-SFOJul 2024

I would recommend Alaska Airlines. The amenities and comfort was great.

What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco was £119 for a one-way ticket and £219 for a return.
Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
Washington, D.C. is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in San Francisco. You will leave Washington, D.C. from one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You will be arriving at San Francisco.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.
Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.
On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco on a daily basis.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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