Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Francisco International (SFO)

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San Francisco.$181 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 14, returning Sat, Aug 17.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, Aug 14, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Aug 17, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $181, select.

San Francisco.$200 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 17, returning Tue, Jul 23.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, Jul 17, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Jul 23, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $200, select.

San Francisco.$202 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 31, returning Sat, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, Aug 31, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Sep 7, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $202, select.

San Francisco.$204 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 15, returning Tue, May 21.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, May 15, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, May 21, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.

San Francisco.$212 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 22, returning Mon, Jun 3.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, May 22, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Mon, Jun 3, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $212, select.

San Francisco.$213 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 18, returning Sat, Aug 10.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, May 18, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Aug 10, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $213, select.

San Francisco.$217 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 27, returning Mon, Aug 12.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, Jul 27, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Mon, Aug 12, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $217, select.

San Francisco.$217 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 14, returning Sat, Sep 21.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, Sep 14, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Sep 21, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $217, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Washington, D.C. to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$181
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	5 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	353

Finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

: The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International is $181. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
: 5 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International.
: United, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia fly direct from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International.
: There are 353 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International, as of May 2024.
: The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International is usually August.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International Airport on Wednesday, August 14, 2024.
: Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 53 minutes.
: We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
: We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco International is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

You have lots of choices when it comes to finding a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco International Airport. Unfortunately, not all of them are affordable options. When you are traveling on a budget and have some flexibility, be sure to check out the cheapest month search by Skyscanner. Using this tool, we were able to find tickets for as little as $99 during the month of September. This tool also indicates that travel to San Francisco International Airport from Washington is cheaper if you depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday.

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Departing from Washington

There are three main airports serving the Washington, DC area. Here's a bit of information about each of them.

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Of the three choices, Ronald Reagan Airport is the closest to Washington D.C.'s hotel district, being just a 20-minute drive. It is also accessible by the Metro. Long-term parking rates at Ronald Reagan Airport are $27 per day.
Dulles International Airport
About an hour from downtown D.C. is Dulles International Airport. To make up for the commute, travelers at Dulles experience shorter waiting times and more streamlined experiences. There are more than 100 restaurants and shopping areas. Dulles, a major international hub, serves carriers from all over the world. Long-term parking rates at Dulles are $29 per day.
Baltimore-Washington International Airport

Baltimore-Washington is another nearby international airport. For deal-seekers and those flying Southwest Airlines, this will likely be your preferred airport. Amtrak serves Baltimore-Washington Airport with frequent routes from the city. Long-term parking rates at Baltimore-Washington Airport are $26 per day.

Arriving at San Francisco

San Francisco International Airport SFO

SFO, is located 13 miles south of the city. It is the second busiest airport in San Francisco, behind LAX. Each year, 53 million travelers pass through this bustling international hub. There are many amenities including restaurants, a museum, and cultural center.

Once you arrive in San Francisco, you'll have several transportation options available to you. Flat rate taxis run 24/7 to the hotel district. There is public transportation via buses and trolley cars. Many hotels offer free shuttle bus services. However, if you prefer to reserve a rental car while you are in San Francisco, be sure to check out these cheap San Francisco International Airport rental deals.

San Francisco on a Budget

San Francisco is an expensive city. However, there are many things to do that cost little to nothing. Here is our list of a few must-see sights for the budget traveler.

Fisherman's Wharf tour (name your own price).
Lunch at the Codmother.
Coffee at Red's Java.
Sea Lions at Pier 39.
San Francisco Ferry Building.
Musée Mécanique.

San Francisco Hotels and Resorts

Did you know Skyscanner searches all the hotel deals on the internet in order to find you the lowest prices? Check out these low prices we found using Skyscanner's search for budget hotels deals in San Francisco.

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