Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco on average per day?

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On average, you can expect to see 34 flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 12% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Midday) - 41% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 3% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 44% of flight departures

Question 3

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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Departing from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco will take you 7h 51m. Washington, D.C. and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 2426 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

Question 4

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco round-trip?

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Currently priced at £175, JetBlue will fly you from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco and back. In addition to JetBlue, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Sun Country Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £227 and £241, respectively. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

Question 5

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco one-way?

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One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £110 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from £114 and Delta from £114 one-way.

Question 6

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco (average of £528). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £756). 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.

January

£426

February

£417

March

£447

April

£449

May

£457

June

£553

July

£596

August

£522

September

£466

October

£475

November

£433

December

£450

Question 7

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Question 8

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 9

How recently were the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight deals updated?

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The Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

Question 10

What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco, Baltimore/Washington - San Francisco or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

Question 11

What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £592. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Francisco) can be booked for £425 on average our data indicates £627 when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco consider choosing Qantas Airways (100%), Iberia (88%) or Air China (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 13

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco for under £200 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco for under £200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on JetBlue for just £175, but on average you can expect to pay £248.

Question 14

Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco for under £300 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco under £300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is less than £327.

Question 15

Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco for under £400?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than £400.

Question 16

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 90% on the overall cost on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

Question 17

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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Users have found that booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco at least 50 days early can save you up to 39% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 50 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco for as little as £379 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as £457 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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September is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from Washington, D.C.. Prices for September average £363 per person but you can even find prices for as low as £165. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of May. Opting for a September flight can save you 13% on your journey compared to booking in May

Question 19

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco (WAS - SFO)?

Accepted Answer

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Question 20

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

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Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 35 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 1 airline.

Question 21

What does IAD to SFO mean?

Accepted Answer

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a IAD to SFO flight. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Question 22

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

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The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 23

Can I find deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco with specific airlines?

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Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 24

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 25

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

Question 26

Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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.

Question 27

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

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Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 28

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 29

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Question 30

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

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By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C..

Question 31

Can Cheapflights find flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco with no change fees?

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Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco with no change fees.

Question 32

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco become cheaper?

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Yes! Start tracking prices for Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

Popular in	May
Cheapest in	September
Round-trip from	£416
One-way from	£110

4%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
32%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
57%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
7%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Monday	41daily flights
Tuesday	30daily flights
Wednesday	33daily flights
Thursday	39daily flights
Friday	40daily flights
Saturday	32daily flights
Sunday	34daily flights

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Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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Plan your trip from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is currently £121 while a return flight costs £238. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

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