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The cheapest flights to San Francisco Intl. found within the past 7 days were $128 round trip and $64 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
| Carrier | Flight | Depart DCA | Arrive SFO | Sun 10/17 | Mon 10/18 | Tue 10/19 | Wed 10/20 | Thu 10/21 | Fri 10/22 | Sat 10/23 | Stops | |
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| AS1002 | 05:15 pm | 08:23 pm | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | 0 Stops | |
 | UA351 | 06:00 pm | 09:04 pm | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | Check Fare | 0 Stops | |
It's always prudent to know about any quarantine requirements and travel advice reports in place in your destination city. Ensure you check out our Covid-19 Travel Advisor for up-to-date info on flying to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.).
Are there direct flights from DCA to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?If you need to get as quickly as possible from Washington, DC Airport (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.), check out American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. No airlines have direct flights on this route, so you'll need to make at least one stopover.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?For more info about changing your flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from National Airport to SFO?Step off the plane feeling well-rested by having a snooze and a few snacks during your flight to San Francisco Airport. With a travel time of around 7 hours and 20 minutes from DCA, you'll have ample time to enjoy both.
What is the flight distance from DCA to San Francisco Airport?The flight distance from Washington, DC Airport (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) is 2,734 mi. Sleeping mask? Check. A couple of snacks for good measure? Double check. Don't forget to pack all the long-haul essentials for this trip.
What airlines fly from Washington, DC Airport (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to SFO?When traveling from DCA to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.), it's best to plan ahead — no direct flights are currently on offer. Booking in advance will help you get the best possible route and price.
What airlines have practices regarding COVID-19 in place and use social distancing?From the moment you enter the departure terminal to when you leave the arrivals terminal, if you're flying with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta you can be sure that COVID-19 measures and social distancing rules have been adhered to. Many airlines have introduced capped capacity flights and keeping the middle seat empty.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2020. Wednesday and Friday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking on a Sunday, as data shows the end of the week is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2020, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2020 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 2 weeks to 2 months prior to their travel dates.
How can I save money on airline tickets?We'll let you in on a secret...You can save big on flights if you mix and match your airlines and fare types. In fact, travelers who booked flights on Travelocity in 2020 saved nearly 40% when their return flights consisted of two different airlines or fare types.
*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2020. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.
| Traveling From | Ronald Reagan Washington National |
|---|---|
| Traveling To | San Francisco Intl. |
| Shortest Flight Time | 6 hours 4 mins |
| Earliest Departure Time | 5:15PM EDT |
| Latest Departure Time | 5:53PM EDT |
| Lowest Flight Price | $128 |
Flight path for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to San Francisco International Airport
Airlines & Aircraft Used on DCA to SFO Flight Routes
With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times.
Airfares to San Francisco SFO from Washington DCA currently cost between $128 and $185. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Washington DCA to San Francisco SFO on Travelocity starting at $64. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Get to San Francisco faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to SFO from DCA to take around 6 hour(s) 4 min(s).
Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to SFO from DCA. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.
If you’re flexible about when you travel, November is usually the cheapest month to fly from Washington DCA to San Francisco SFO. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first.
Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to SFO from DCA have this option.
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