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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco from £106

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SFO
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco are usually found in May or September, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£203

One-way from

£106

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£335

Good round-trip deal

£239 or less

Good one-way deal

£255 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/8-23/8
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 10m total
  • Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 24/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 37m total
  • Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£27 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.

Wed 13/819:59IAD - SFO
Nonstop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 23/823:57SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/7£203
Sat 16/816:07IAD - SFO
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Sat 23/806:34SFO - IAD
2 stops11h 14mFrontier
Deal found 2/7£213
Sat 30/817:52IAD - SFO
1 stop8h 48mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/919:55SFO - IAD
1 stop8h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/7£217
Sat 23/807:30IAD - SFO
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Fri 29/800:35SFO - IAD
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/7£218
Tue 19/814:25IAD - SFO
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Sat 23/805:15SFO - IAD
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/7£221
Wed 6/817:25IAD - SFO
1 stop9h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 12/822:43SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/7£227
Mon 21/712:52IAD - SFO
1 stop13h 01mSun Country Air
Sun 27/723:57SFO - IAD
1 stop9h 34mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/7£238

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Dulles Intl

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 13/8

19:59-22:58

Nonstop5h 59m

San Francisco

Sat 23/8

23:57-08:08

Nonstop5h 11m

£203

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 16/8

16:07-21:28

1 stop8h 21m

San Francisco

Sat 23/8

06:34-20:48

2 stops11h 14m

£213

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 30/8

17:52-23:40

1 stop8h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 3/9

11:30-00:23

1 stop9h 53m

£217

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 23/8

09:00-14:24

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 30/8

06:15-16:30

1 stop7h 15m

£218

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 19/8

14:25-21:25

2 stops10h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 23/8

05:15-15:00

1 stop6h 45m

£221

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/9

17:52-07:52

2 stops17h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 12/9

06:00-16:47

1 stop7h 47m

£225

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 21/7

12:52-22:53

1 stop13h 01m

San Francisco

Sun 27/7

23:57-12:31

1 stop9h 34m

£238

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 24/8

17:52-23:29

2 stops32h 37m

£106

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/9

17:52-23:59

1 stop9h 07m

£108

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 16/8

12:39-18:52

1 stop9h 13m

£109

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 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. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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 IAD to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 74% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 4 July 2025.

The most flights from IAD to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 4 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, andDelta from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very Good

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. On average, San Francisco has 35 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day from 0 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    United Airlines, at £203, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines. United Airlines is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £106. Users have also found prices from £108 and £109 on Hawaiian Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    Consider Ethiopian Air (93%), Air China (79%) or Egyptair (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco is £131. On average you can expect to pay £303. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for £218.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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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