What percentage of Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 4.5% of flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers has typically been 2. This indicates that most travelers on this route will likely have at least one connection.

How long does it take to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.?

The typical direct flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. has a median duration of 5 hours and 6 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 8 hours and 2 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 3785 kilometers, which contributes to the longer flight durations.

Are non-stop flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. worth the extra cost?

Historically, direct flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. have been approximately 18% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight has been $394, while connecting flights have had a median price of $333. Direct flights have accounted for about 5.4% of the available options across the trailing 90 days, suggesting they are less common but offer a premium for convenience.

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Sacramento to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

Most itineraries for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 4.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely have at least one layover on your journey between these two cities.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C., fares typically range from $329–$627, with a median of $409. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 19% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal is possible.

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. is typically during the winter months. January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $165. Following closely, February offers a median fare of $190, and March presents a median fare of $219. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. takes approximately 16h 23m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration accounts for the total travel time from departure to arrival. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 3823 km.

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

Regular price: $233 - $423

Prices for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. is typically between $233 and $423. The current lowest deal is $185, offered by Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Sep 1-Sep 30.

now $185

Low $233

High $423

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

Jan

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Direct flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

United Airlines

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

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCK - Washington, D.C.

Stockton (SCK) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$456

$203

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$396

$249

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$395

$222

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$415

$249

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$414

$217

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$362

$225

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 20

$456 → $203

55%

2 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 18

$397 → $187

53%

4 nights

Nov 14 - Nov 18

$395 → $187

53%

2 nights

Nov 14 - Nov 16

$395 → $187

53%

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 at $409.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January has the lowest median price at $165 for Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect flights to take 16h 23m

Flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. typically have a median duration of 16h 23m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 4.5% of recent flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. appear frequently.

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

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak)

💸 Flights from ~$244

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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 out typically sees an average price of $342. Prices tend to increase significantly further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $687. Across the trailing quarter, last-minute bookings have offered the most favorable prices.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. has typically been around $329 or less. The median price for this route has been $409. Travelers can expect 75% of prices to be $627 or less, indicating that prices above this amount are less common for this route.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $165. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $190. March follows with a median price of $219, which was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, despite being one of the cheapest overall. The annual median price for this route is $409.

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Sacramento to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

Regular price: $233 - $423

Prices for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

now $185

Low $233

High $423

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

January

Cheapest

Flights from $165

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $519

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

United Airlines

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

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCK - Washington, D.C.

Stockton (SCK) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$456

$203

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$396

$249

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$395

$222

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$415

$249

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$414

$217

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Washington, D.C.

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

Frontier Airlines

$362

$225

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 20

$456 → $203

55%

2 nights

Nov 16 - Nov 18

$397 → $187

53%

4 nights

Nov 14 - Nov 18

$395 → $187

53%

2 nights

Nov 14 - Nov 16

$395 → $187

53%

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