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

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August 18 - August 25

Cheapest
Best

IAD - San Francisco

$369

$149

Round trip

August 18 - August 26

IAD - San Francisco

$354

$156

Round trip

August 11 - August 26

Earliest

IAD - San Francisco

$326

$156

Round trip

August 25 - August 26

IAD - San Francisco

$385

$157

Round trip

August 11 - August 25

Earliest

IAD - San Francisco

$331

$157

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August 12 - August 26

IAD - San Francisco

$332

$157

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August 12 - August 25

IAD - San Francisco

$332

$157

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August 19 - August 25

IAD - San Francisco

$370

$169

Round trip

August 22 - August 25

IAD - San Francisco

$382

$172

Round trip

August 11 - August 12

Earliest

IAD - San Francisco

$401

$172

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Washington, D.C. to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco takes about 5h 51m, including connecting itineraries. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights, the overall journey time can vary significantly. For comparison, the median connecting flight takes 14h 43m.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $394–$710, with a median of $502. Currently, about 7% of recent fares are classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.
If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $343. Following closely are February, with a median fare of $387, and March, where the median fare is $393. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.
The distance between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco is approximately 3885 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a significant flight duration, often with connections, which is reflected in the overall journey times.

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

Regular price: $304 - $555

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is $304-$555. The current lowest deal is $164 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 25-Aug 31.

now $164

Low $304

High $555

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Washington to San Francisco is November, with a median price of $378. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $912. Generally, prices are lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $378

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $912

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

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

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$890

$440

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$663

$324

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$702

$331

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$618

$322

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$714

$360

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$339

$222

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

$890  →  $440

51%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

$657  →  $224

66%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$682  →  $250

63%

1 night

Aug 17 - Aug 18

$681  →  $250

63%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Washington, D.C. - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco are below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $343

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $343.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 51m

Direct flights to San Francisco typically average 5h 51m, connecting flights average 14h 43m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

22.4% of recent flights are direct

22.4% of recent flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

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Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco appear frequently.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good option for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$182

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International is a convenient choice for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$303

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a close option for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$271

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a primary gateway for travelers flying to San Francisco from Washington, D.C.

📍 ~20 km from San Francisco (reachable by car, rail, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$212

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a useful alternative with an extensive domestic network and many low-cost carrier options.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or rail).

💸 Flights from ~$175

San Jose International (SJC)

San Jose International is a major international airport serving the South Bay and Silicon Valley.

📍 ~65 km from San Francisco (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$178

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International is a large primary airport with a wide variety of carriers and destinations.

📍 ~125 km from San Francisco (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$229

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is convenient for travelers located in or visiting the North Bay.

📍 ~90 km from San Francisco (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$314

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is an alternative for travelers on the southern edge of the Bay Area.

📍 ~140 km from San Francisco (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$292

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$1,327

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$1,017

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$1,021

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$1,018

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$1,018

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79% AI deal score

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$1,407

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$1,407

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79% AI deal score

$1,542

$1,407

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San Francisco, United States

79% AI deal score

$1,386

$1,237

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San Francisco, United States

79% AI deal score

$1,379

$1,244

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San Francisco, United States

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$1,248

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$1,297

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$1,297

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$1,018

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$1,407

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San Francisco, United States

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$1,407

$1,247

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San Francisco, United States

78% AI deal score

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$1,247

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$1,282

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San Francisco, United States

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$1,291

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San Francisco, United States

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$1,312

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76% AI deal score

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$1,275

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San Francisco, United States

76% AI deal score

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$1,302

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San Francisco, United States

76% AI deal score

$1,379

$1,317

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San Francisco, United States

76% AI deal score

$1,451

$1,382

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76% AI deal score

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San Francisco, United States

76% AI deal score

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74% AI deal score

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the best prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco are found when booking 60+ days in advance. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $533 for tickets purchased in this window. In contrast, tickets bought 0-6 days before departure typically cost around $1301. For those booking 14-27 days out, the average price was $638, while 7-13 days out saw prices around $984.

A flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is typically considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $394. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed across the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route historically stands at $502, with 75% of prices being $710 or less.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, with a median price of $343. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $387. March is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median price of $393. The annual median price for this route is $502.