CA $189 Cheap Flights from Washington (IAD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $189 for one-way flights and CA $364 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Delta
Delta
Alaska Airlines
Delta
Delta
Hawaiian Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines
American Airlines
United

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

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $192 - CA $565 per traveller.

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Flight from Washington to San Francisco (IAD - SFO) route information
Origin airport
Washington Dulles Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta
Roundtrip price
CA $363
Distance
3862 km
Average flight time
2 hours 47 mins

Chantilly to San Francisco Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Washington to San Francisco 

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

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Washington to San Francisco—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Francisco from Washington currently is just CA $364 rising to CA $529.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in August when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Francisco  
  • 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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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from IAD to SFO?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between Dulles Intl. Airport and San Francisco Airport is CA $364. But you better get moving. This figure is taken from fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to SFO?
Every air carrier has its own 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 IAD to SFO that have flexible change policies?
Flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to San Francisco Airport with flexible change policies are available with many carriers. Simply use our "No change fees" filter while searching. You'll only need to pay the difference in ticket price, without any extra fees to worry about.
How many hours is the flight from Dulles Intl. Airport to San Francisco Airport?
There are plenty of ways to make the 6 hours and 6 minutes between IAD and San Francisco Airport go by quicker. If you want to be productive, organize your camera roll or delete all those unwanted emails. A snooze also helps pass the time!
How far is the flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to SFO?
You'll be up above the clouds for a while, as the flight distance from Chantilly to San Francisco is 3,900 kilometres. Put together a playlist of your favourite tunes before leaving home to keep yourself entertained during the flight.
Which airlines fly direct from IAD to SFO?
Check out the deals on offer with United Airlines (UA) if you want to fly straight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This airline offers 169 monthly flights, so you're sure to find one that fits your travel plans.
Are Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to SFO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to score a fantastic last-minute deal from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to San Francisco Airport, but it's also possible to miss out altogether! As many airlines publish prices up to 12 months in advance, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to book when you spot a good bargain. Expedia compares carrier prices and updates flight deals regularly, so you can be certain you're always seeing the latest offers.

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