Cheap flights from DCA to SFO (Ronald Reagan Washington National to San Francisco Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from DCA to SFO starting at $79 One Way, $158 Round Trip

Prices starting at $158 for return flights and $79 for one-way flights to San Francisco Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 31
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$158 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $158 found 1 day ago
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$161 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $161 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 27
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$161 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $161 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 2
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$170 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $170 found 5 days ago
Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 2
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$210 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $210 found 5 days ago

Hotel Ideas near San Francisco Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Francisco Intl.

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$99 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Dec 19 to Dec 20
$114 total
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,936 reviews)
Breakfast is amazing. Staff is amazing

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport

3 out of 5
401 E Millbrae Ave Millbrae CA
$109 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Dec 29 to Dec 30
$125 total
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,240 reviews)
Yes - great staff! Loved room and bathroom size.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Aloft San Francisco Airport
The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO

3 out of 5
110 S El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$101 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$121 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,831 reviews)
No time for breakfast, noisy A/C unit, but overall pleasant.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

The Dylan at SFO
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San Francisco

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
$119 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$140 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,941 reviews)
Central clean and cheap. A big hotel that has a busy lobby restaurant and services. Great value

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
$157 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
$185 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,161 reviews)
The hotel is very clean and comfortable. The location is excellent. The breakfast is varied and plentiful. The staff were kind and helpful.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill San Francisco CA
$260 nightly
The price is $306 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$306 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,436 reviews)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 — A Truly Magical Stay! I can’t say enough wonderful things about this beautiful hotel. From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional—warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Every staff member went above and beyond to make our stay feel special. But what absolutely stole ...

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Fairmont San Francisco
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San Francisco Hotels With Airport Transportation

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO

3 out of 5
110 S El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$101 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$121 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,831 reviews)
No time for breakfast, noisy A/C unit, but overall pleasant.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$110 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$126 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,556 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Hotel Skye SFO
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$99 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Dec 19 to Dec 20
$114 total
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,936 reviews)
Breakfast is amazing. Staff is amazing

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San Francisco Hotels

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

2 out of 5
326 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA
$60 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$72 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...
5.8/10 (2,886 reviews)
Staff

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street San Francisco CA
$47 nightly
The price is $55 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$55 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
A splendid place.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$110 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$126 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,556 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Hotel Skye SFO
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

4 out of 5
250 Beach Street San Francisco CA
$164 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Jan 7 to Jan 8
$192 total
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,317 reviews)
Fn

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

3.5 out of 5
150 Anza Blvd Burlingame CA
$135 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Dec 19 to Dec 20
$154 total
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,799 reviews)
Loved the free breakfast and complimentary drinks. This hotel is also a good location if you don't want to be in the city. It is close enough to San Francisco but feels safe. It was really nice to walk along the bay. Hotel is beautiful on the inside with a botanical garden feeling. Our room had some ...

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

3.5 out of 5
250 Gateway Blvd South San Francisco CA
$106 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
$125 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,231 reviews)
$45 for parking is too much

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

DCA to SFO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from DCA to SFO?
Several airlines fly straight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to San Francisco Airport, which is great news if the thought of stopping over sends you into an absolute tailspin. Check out the deals with United Airlines and Alaska Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from National Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Grab the opportunity to sit back and relax on your journey from Washington to San Francisco. The shortest flight time from DCA to San Francisco Airport is 7 hours and 39 minutes, which gives you ample time to enjoy a wine or get engrossed in a book.
How many hours flight from DCA to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The trip from DCA to SFO will take approximately 7 hours and 45 minutes. A few TV shows, some light reading and a decent snooze will help make time zip by.
What airlines have the most flights from National Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Consider United Airlines (UA). It's one of several airlines offering flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to SFO. It's also a favorite among travelers and has 130 services on this route every month. Alternatively, secure a seat with Alaska Airlines (AS). You'll have 45 monthly flights between Washington and San Francisco to select from with this air carrier.

Map To Nearby Hotels

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