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Today’s best flight deals from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

July 28 - August 12

Cheapest
Earliest

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$325

$228

Round trip

August 12 - August 30

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$308

$233

Round trip

July 28 - August 19

Earliest

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$329

$234

Round trip

August 12 - August 19

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$337

$234

Round trip

August 12 - August 31

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$307

$234

Round trip

October 6 - October 14

Best

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$399

$238

Round trip

August 8 - August 12

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$400

$246

Round trip

August 5 - August 11

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$351

$248

Round trip

August 5 - August 12

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$350

$248

Round trip

September 1 - September 29

SMF - Washington, D.C.

$275

$249

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Most itineraries from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 5.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that when searching for cheap flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C., you will primarily encounter options that include at least one layover to reach your destination.
Fares for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. typically range from $304–$488, with a median of $334. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and only 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable months to travel are January, with a median fare of $165, followed by February at $190, and March at $219. Planning your trip during these months can significantly reduce your travel costs.
How long is the flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 16h 23m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route, as most flights involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $277 - $462

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. is typically between $277 and $462. The current lowest deal is $228 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Jul 28-Aug 12.

now $228

Low $277

High $462

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Washington is January, with a median price of $165. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $519. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $165

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $519

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Direct flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

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United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$616

$437

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Sacramento (SMF) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$573

$496

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Sacramento (SMF) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$581

$498

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$361

$251

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$373

$312

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Sacramento (SMF) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$341

$307

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$510  →  $329

35%

7 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 14

$509  →  $329

35%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

$509  →  $329

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3 nights

Jun 17 - Jun 20

$616  →  $437

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

Sacramento - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Sacramento to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $165.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 16h 23m

Flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. typically take 16h 23m, with most routes having 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with deals appearing frequently.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a recent deal for $228

Frontier Airlines offered a recent deal for $228 from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are uncommon

Historically, only 11% of recent fares for this route were considered good deals.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport offers flights to Washington, D.C., and is the cheapest option from Sacramento.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$228

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a good option for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$228

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International Airport serves the Washington, D.C. area for flights from Sacramento.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$248

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity and often serves as a viable alternative.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by high-speed Amtrak rail service)

💸 Flights from ~$240

Richmond International (RIC)

Richmond International is the largest airport in Virginia outside the immediate D.C. metro area with a strong domestic network.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (requires a 2-hour drive south)

💸 Flights from ~$342

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for travelers in northern D.C. suburbs or Maryland.

📍 ~170 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$400

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers significant passenger volume and carrier variety with good flight availability.

📍 ~290 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$363

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle provides reliable regional service with connections to major hubs and an efficient terminal experience.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$479

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $318. Booking 7-13 days in advance also typically yields favorable prices, averaging around $342. Prices tend to increase significantly when booking 28-59 days out, with an average price of $687. Across the trailing quarter, last-minute bookings have shown to be the most economical option.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. is typically around $304 or less. The median price observed over the trailing 90 days was $334. Prices can range, with 75% of observed prices being $488 or less. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the $304 threshold for a more economical fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. are January, with a median price of $165, and February, with a median price of $190. March also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $219. These months are considerably more affordable than the annual median price of $334 for this route. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.