How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

Consider Virgin Australia (90%), Air New Zealand (79%) or United Airlines (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco.

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

For a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.0 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 3 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. 0 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco (average of £262). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of £472). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DCA to SFO?

When flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between £289 and £525 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £316 on Delta (3 Dec–7 Dec).

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What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?
For a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.0 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 3 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. 0 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?
Alaska Airlines and Southwest can get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco in just under 14h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 29m. The distance from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco is about 2435 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?
Consider Virgin Australia (90%), Air New Zealand (79%) or United Airlines (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco (average of £262). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of £472). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DCA to SFO?

When flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between £289 and £525 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £316 on Delta (3 Dec–7 Dec).

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between £289 and £525 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £316 on Delta (3 Dec–7 Dec).