Question 1

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. take?

Accepted Answer

The duration of a direct flight to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco is typically 4h 58m. The journey crosses a distance of 6,246 km. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 8 and 9 direct flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 5h 09m. The most common departure time is 21:00 and most flights take off at night. Each week, there are 61 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport was ₹ 87 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 174 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Washington-D-C-Dulles-Intl-IAD'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

For San Francisco to Washington, D.C., Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Washington, D.C. back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Sunday being the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

San Francisco airport is called San Francisco and the only airport in Washington, D.C. is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Washington-D-C-Dulles-Intl-IAD'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 00:20 and will be landing in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at 08:32.

Question 7

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport jets off at 23:05 and lands at 07:19.

Question 8

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight route: Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines, Iberia, SWISS, and United Airlines.

Question 9

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight route.

Question 10

Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Washington, D.C., with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 11

On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

Question 12

Where can passengers sleep at San Francisco Airport?

Accepted Answer

The international terminal has enlarged and pretty adequate seating that make it more restful for passengers. You can also choose to rest at the food court found in Terminal 3 and baggage reclaim hall found in Terminal 2.Other areas where you can sleep include Freshen Up adjacent to gates G1 to G14 located at the International Terminal. It’s open as early as 6 am to 11 pm and has additional amenities such as private rooms and showers. You can also use the VIP lounges which have more amenities and privacy but are closed in the night.

Question 13

Is there any medical facility at the San Francisco Airport?

Accepted Answer

The SFO medical clinic has experienced medical personnel who will attend to you. The clinic provides a wide range of services which include occupational health services, urgent care, travel medicine and immigration physicals. The average wait time is about 15min. Appointments are generally most preferred.

Question 14

Are there any kid-friendly amenities at the IAD?

Accepted Answer

The airport in collaboration with NASA came up with a fun and exhilarating play area situated at the Concourse B adjacent to gate B70 called travelling tots. The Funway is also another thrilling area that offers great play area, word searches, aviation-inspired crossword puzzles, restful seating and charging stations.

Question 15

What means of transport is available from the IAD?

Accepted Answer

You can opt for a taxi from the airport to the city. The Washington Flyer is the only taxi company allowed to pick up or drop off at the airport. Another option you can use is the Airport shuttle or private van service which offers transport to or from offices, conference centers, hotels or homes. The metro also offers a convenient and affordable connection between the airport and the Wiehle-Reston East Metrorail Station.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost ₹ 34,324 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 48,568 and ₹ 44,278 respectively.

Question 17

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Washington-D-C-Dulles-Intl-IAD'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Washington-D-C-Dulles-Intl-IAD'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Washington-D-C-Dulles-Intl-IAD'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Washington-D-C-Dulles-Intl-IAD'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 22

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. were found on Southwest (₹ 14,931) and Frontier (₹ 20,852).

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Question 24

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of ₹ 39,213, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

For San Francisco to Washington, D.C., Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Washington, D.C. back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

No, with an average price for the route of ₹ 39,213, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. were found on Southwest (₹ 14,931) and Frontier (₹ 20,852).

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport per day?

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. take?

The duration of a direct flight to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco is typically 4h 58m. The journey crosses a distance of 6,246 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 00:20 and will be landing in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at 08:32.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport jets off at 23:05 and lands at 07:19.

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Where can passengers sleep at San Francisco Airport?

Is there any medical facility at the San Francisco Airport?

Are there any kid-friendly amenities at the IAD?

What means of transport is available from the IAD?

What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport was ₹ 87 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 174 for a return.

Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

San Francisco airport is called San Francisco and the only airport in Washington, D.C. is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight route: Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines, Iberia, SWISS, and United Airlines.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Washington, D.C., with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

There are direct flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C..

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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