CA $191 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Washington (IAD)

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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Washington (IAD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $191 for one-way flights and CA $385 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Washington (IAD)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $194 - CA $581 per traveller.

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Flight from San Francisco to Washington (SFO - IAD) route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Washington Dulles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
CA $385
Distance
3862 km
Average flight time
8 hours 50 mins

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Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from San Francisco to Washington today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from San Francisco Intl., SFO to Washington Dulles Intl., IAD 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San Francisco to Washington—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Washington from San Francisco currently is just CA $385 rising to CA $501.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Washington  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Washington with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to IAD?
Start packing your bags, because round-trip journeys from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) start from CA $385. That's based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can move quickly, so book today to lock in the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dulles Intl. Airport?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dulles Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Flights from San Francisco Airport to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) with flexible change policies are available with many carriers. Simply use our "No change fees" filter during your search. You'll only need to pay the cost difference between flights, with no additional fees to worry about.
How many hours is the flight from San Francisco Airport to IAD?
It takes about 5 hours and 6 minutes to get from San Francisco Airport to IAD. But with some TV shows and an interesting book, the time will pass by quicker.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Airport to Dulles Intl. Airport?
The flight distance from San Francisco to Chantilly is 3,900 kilometres. Pack yourself a drink, a snack and a good movie. Keep yourself occupied and the hours will fly by.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Dulles Intl. Airport?
A favourite with many frequent flyers, United Airlines (UA) operates 169 flights every month from San Francisco Airport to Dulles Intl. Airport. Pick the one that fits with your travel schedule and book your fare today.
Are San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices fluctuate, so it's no sure thing. While last-minute deals between San Francisco Airport and Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep an eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers announce their prices up to 12 months ahead of the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best bargains around, so keep checking and be ready to lock in your seat when prices drop.

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