Cheap Flight Deals From Washington (WAS) to San Francisco (SJC) Starting at $55

Earn rewards on top of your airline miles with Orbitz Rewards

Many airlines offer flexible change policies

Sign up to receive text alerts about your trip

This Weekend's Flight Deals from Washington to San Francisco

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 3
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 29 from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall to San Francisco Intl., returning Tue, Oct 3, priced at $187 just found
Sat, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 3
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$402 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$402
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sat, Sep 30 from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Tue, Oct 3, priced at $402 found 4 days ago
Fri, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 2
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
$420 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$420
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Fri, Sep 29 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., returning Mon, Oct 2, priced at $420 found 4 days ago
Fri, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 2
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
OAK
Oakland Intl.
$452 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$452
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Fri, Sep 29 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Oakland Intl., returning Mon, Oct 2, priced at $452 found 1 day ago

Airfares from $55 One Way, $142 Round Trip from Washington to San Francisco

Prices starting at $142 for return flights and $55 for one-way flights to San Francisco were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 14
BWI
Baltimore
OAK
Oakland
$142 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 11 from Baltimore to Oakland, returning Tue, Nov 14, priced at $142 found 6 days ago
Tue, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 8
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$148 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 31 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 8, priced at $148 found 7 hours ago
Tue, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 18
BWI
Baltimore
SFO
San Francisco
$168 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 17 from Baltimore to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 18, priced at $168 found 2 days ago
Sat, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 8
BWI
Baltimore
SJC
San Jose
$185 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 4 from Baltimore to San Jose, returning Wed, Nov 8, priced at $185 found 1 day ago
Wed, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 7
IAD
Washington
SJC
San Jose
$202 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 1 from Washington to San Jose, returning Tue, Nov 7, priced at $202 found 5 days ago

More About Flying To San Francisco from Washington

Route Information for Flights from Washington to San Francisco

Origin Airport IATA Code
WAS
Destination Airport IATA Code
SJC
Distance
2436 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, United Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
3:38AM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
3:57AM UTC

Find Cheap Flights from Washington DC to San Francisco

The Best DC Airports

Before you call airlines looking for flights from Washington, DC, you should check with Orbitz.com. The two major airports in DC are Washington Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Alaska Airlines, US Airways, and Frontier Airlines handle domestic flights from Ronald Reagan, while Virgin America, ExpressJet Airlines, and Colgan Air operate out of Washington Dulles. Ronald Reagan is only three miles from the downtown area, and Washington Dulles is 26 miles from downtown.

Long-Term Parking Options

The five parking lots at Ronald Reagan offer daily and hourly parking rates, and the airport charges $20 per day for parking in the long-term lots. The economy lot only charges $12 per day, but this lot is open and uncovered. Washington Dulles has two long-term parking lots that charge $17 per day and one economy lot that charges $10 per day. For $30, you can use valet parking.

Public Transportation Choices

The Metrorail and Metrobus make at least one stop at each airport every day. The stops are clearly marked around the city, and you can find maps that help you find the correct line. Taxis are not as low cost as the public transportation options because the drivers charge a pickup fee, baggage fee, fee per mile, and a fee for any time that the driver must wait.

Places to Eat

Both airports offer a range of dining options. Washington Dulles is home to Dulles to Go, Five Guys, Subway, and Wendy's, while Ronald Reagan has Dunkin' Donuts, Euro Cafe, and Jerry's Subs & Pizza. Once you have something to eat, you can browse through the sales at some of the shops surrounding the restaurants. If you want to enjoy your vacation, use Orbitz.com to look for flights from Washington DC.

San Francisco International Airport

The San Francisco International Airport is located on South Spruce Avenue, approximately 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco. Because the airport is one of the world's busiest airports, it houses numerous airline hubs. Air Berlin, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, US Airways, Asiana Airways and numerous other airlines offer flights to San Francisco. If you're traveling on a strict budget, you can find bargain prices on tickets by booking your flight through Orbitz.com.

Transportation From the Airport

The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system runs from the San Francisco International Airport to downtown San Francisco, and tickets cost approximately $7. SamTrans Public Bus Services also runs between the airport and downtown. Bus stops are located at the baggage claim in Terminals 2 and 3, and at Courtyard A in the International Terminal. You can also use Orbitz.com to rent a car for the duration of your trip. The airport offers a free shuttle service to take passengers from the airport terminal to the rental car center.

Weather in San Francisco

San Francisco has temperatures that range from 46 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year. The off-peak travel season runs from the beginning of December to the end of February. It rains more frequently during this time, but the temperature is still warm enough to tolerate the rain. If you book your trip through Orbitz.com during the off-peak travel season, you'll save money on your airline tickets.

Highlights and Attractions

Golden Gate Park, Coit Tower and Alcatraz are some major attractions in the San Francisco area. Orbitz.com does more than find you flights to San Francisco. The website has the information you need to plan your entire itinerary. You can purchase tickets to major attractions or make reservations to take a guided city tour.

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Washington to San Francisco now?
If you’re wondering about quarantine and travel restrictions when catching a flight from Washington to San Francisco, go right to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor.
Are there non-stop flights from Washington to San Francisco?
United Airlines flies direct from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to SFO, which means you won’t have to worry about swapping planes or missing your next flight on this route.
What is the shortest flight from Washington to San Francisco?
The fastest flight time from Washington to San Francisco is 6 hours and 27 minutes, which gives you ample time to indulge in a tipple or get absorbed in a good movie.
What airlines fly from Washington to San Francisco most frequently?
United Airlines offers the most services from Washington to San Francisco, with 143 flights every month.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to San Francisco?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to San Francisco have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to San Francisco with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to San Francisco without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.