CA $230 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 $230 for one-way flights and CA $552 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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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, Sun Country Airlines
Roundtrip price
CA $551
Distance
3862 km
Average flight time
8 hours 11 mins

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

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Washington from San Francisco whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Austrian, Fiji Airways, Asiana Airlines, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Qantas, Cathay Pacific, Iberia, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines nonstop flights to Washington Dulles Intl., too.  

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 $552 rising to CA $582.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in July 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! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Washington from San Francisco 

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 SFO to IAD?
Round-trip flights between SFO and Dulles Intl. Airport start from CA $552. This is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book ASAP so you don’t miss out. 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 Airport to Dulles Intl. Airport?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your getaway, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SFO to IAD that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for San Francisco Airport to IAD flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Dulles Intl. Airport?
The flight distance between San Francisco Airport and IAD is 3,900 kilometers. Bring along a drink, some snacks and a good book to read. Keep yourself occupied and the time will fly by.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
With 152 monthly flights from San Francisco Airport to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD), United Airlines (UA) is a top choice. Another carrier operating on this route is Alaska Airlines (AS). You’ll have 30 flights each month to take your pick of.
Are SFO to Dulles Intl. Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Airline tickets from SFO to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally nab great last-minute deal, it’s never a sure thing. Also, booking your flights in advance means you’ll have more choices — and you can avoid ending up with the dreaded middle seat! We regularly update our fares to bring you the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.
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