SFO - IAD

₹ 13,601 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Dulles Intl departing on 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
₹ 22,975
Overall average: ₹ 41,999
Delta
Fri 1/5Tue 5/5
SFO - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 34,647
Typical prices: ₹ 32,809-₹ 59,276
United Airlines
Thu 16/4Sun 19/4
SFO - IAD • Direct
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 5h 17m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. (SFO-IAD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Dulles Intl

Fri, 1 May - Tue, 5 May
Delta Logo
10:32 - 23:55
SFO
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IAD
10h 23m
1 stop
Delta Logo
06:00 - 14:05
IAD
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SFO
11h 05m
2 stops
₹ 22,975Delta
Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 5 May
Delta Logo
20:00 - 10:18
SFO
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IAD
11h 18m
2 stops
Delta Logo
06:00 - 14:05
IAD
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SFO
11h 05m
2 stops
₹ 23,527Delta
Tue, 14 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
Delta Logo
10:32 - 23:55
SFO
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IAD
10h 23m
1 stop
Delta Logo
07:00 - 19:20
IAD
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SFO
15h 20m
1 stop
₹ 24,354Delta
Fri, 17 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Delta Logo
10:32 - 23:55
SFO
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IAD
10h 23m
1 stop
Delta Logo
07:00 - 14:05
IAD
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SFO
10h 05m
1 stop
₹ 26,192Delta
Fri, 17 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr
Delta Logo
10:32 - 23:44
SFO
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IAD
10h 12m
2 stops
Delta Logo
07:00 - 15:59
IAD
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SFO
11h 59m
1 stop
₹ 26,651Delta
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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10:10 - 22:55
SFO
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IAD
9h 45m
1 stop
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17:05 - 21:55
IAD
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SFO
7h 50m
1 stop
₹ 26,927Southwest
Wed, 29 Apr - Tue, 12 May
Southwest Logo
10:30 - 23:40
SFO
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IAD
10h 10m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
16:30 - 22:10
IAD
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SFO
8h 40m
1 stop
₹ 27,387Southwest
Wed, 29 Apr - Tue, 12 May
Southwest Logo
10:30 - 23:40
SFO
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IAD
10h 10m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
16:30 - 23:15
IAD
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SFO
9h 45m
2 stops
₹ 27,846Southwest
Sat, 18 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
Delta Logo
11:45 - 23:03
SFO
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IAD
8h 18m
1 stop
Delta Logo
07:00 - 14:05
IAD
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SFO
10h 05m
1 stop
₹ 27,938Delta
Fri, 17 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Delta Logo
10:32 - 23:55
SFO
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IAD
10h 23m
1 stop
Delta Logo
07:00 - 14:05
IAD
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SFO
10h 05m
1 stop
₹ 28,030Delta
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Dulles Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Dulles Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost ₹ 35,566 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 49,259 and ₹ 42,366 respectively.

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

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at ₹ 38,848 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

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, which saves you about 45% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight₹ 13,601
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Dulles Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Dulles Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights

  • Where can passengers sleep at San Francisco Airport?

    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.

  • Is there any medical facility at the San Francisco Airport?

    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.

  • Are there any kid-friendly amenities at the IAD?

    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.

  • What means of transport is available from the IAD?

    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.

  • 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 ₹ 13,601 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 22,975 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.?

    Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • 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.

  • 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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

  • Travelers who would want to fly from San Francisco airport (SFO) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) can use the BART trains from downtown to the airport. You can also use an Uber, taxi or a shuttle to access the airport. In case you prefer driving, a personal car will be convenient for you since you can leave the car safely at the airport.
  • San Francisco is a busy airport, being ranked seventh in the United States. It has about 18 lounges many of which are operated by other international carriers. Majority of the lounges are for passengers with access to premium cabin or those with elite status. Fortunately there are others that may accept a priority pass or offer a day pass. You can relax, enjoy and unwind in the calm Zen Corner at the Turkish Airlines Lounge Concourse B located inside security. You will also be able to savour the cuisine and relish beverages from the premium bar or drink stations.
  • In case you access the San Francisco airport using a private means, the airport offers parking spaces for safe storage as you fly out. The airport offers both long term and short term parking options with flexible payments based on the duration. You can also reserve a parking space online via the airport’s website. While the airport does not offer free parking, it has free airport parking cancellation policy.
  • If you are traveling with a passenger with a disability, the Washington Dulles airport offers several facilities and services for special passengers. The airport offers wheelchair service, wheelchair accessible toilets and bathrooms fit with infra-red flushing devices. The sinks are also effectively positioned for easy access. The airport also offers devices for the deaf and hard of hearing, elevators and airport shuttles with ramps or lifts for wheelchairs.
  • Nursing mothers have nothing to worry about as the Washington Dulles Airport has a total of 8 nursing rooms allocated for them. The rooms can be found at these areas; Post Security Gates A: next to gate A20, Gates B has a private bathroom included, Gates C next to gate C11 has a sink and Gates D next to gate D1. Other nursing locations include Pre-Security terminal and Arrivals level adjacent to baggage claim 14, 6, 2, and 11.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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San Francisco to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

United Airlines

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Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

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Sunday

United Airlines

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