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 $133 One Way, $268 Round Trip

Prices starting at $268 for return flights and $133 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.

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$268 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 24 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Wed, Oct 28, priced at $268 found 3 hours ago
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$271 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$271
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 13 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Mon, Oct 19, priced at $271 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$274 Roundtrip, just found
$274
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 9 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Thu, Nov 12, priced at $274 just found
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Jan 16
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$323 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 12 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jan 16, priced at $323 found 3 hours ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$335 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 27 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Tue, Nov 10, priced at $335 found 14 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near San Francisco Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Francisco Intl.

Grand Hyatt at SFO

Grand Hyatt at SFO

4 out of 5
55 S McDonnell Rd San Francisco CA
$303 nightly
The price is $338 total per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
$338 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
Grand Hyatt at SFO
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

3 out of 5
401 E Millbrae Ave Millbrae CA
$135 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$155 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 ...
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport

4 out of 5
1 Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
$142 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$164 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,803 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here- it is a lovely hotel and convenient to the airport. We enjoyed the shuttle ride to the airport, it was nice not to have to deal with the traffic directly. Our driver was friendly and kind. We would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

The Westin San Francisco Airport
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

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
$182 nightly
The price is $214 total per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
$214 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,662 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay. Perfect location. Rooms were great, staff was friendly. Loved the little store, Perfect for grabbing a snack or coffee."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
$152 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$179 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,562 reviews)
"This hotel was a perfect location for us. We stayed 5 nights and really enjoyed it. Didn’t have any time to use the amenities, but the pool seemed nice. Room was clean and restocked each day for us."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
$161 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$189 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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 ...
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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
$126 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$149 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,873 reviews)
"The staff is extremely accommodating and the property is well maintained. A fun place to stay."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$124 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$142 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,001 reviews)
"The reception guy who work at night was so mean and charged extra at 3 am as soon as we got there. Never come back for this hotel !!!!!"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Hotel Skye SFO
Sfo El Rancho Inn

Sfo El Rancho Inn

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
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! (2,798 reviews)
"Customer service was great"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

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Sfo El Rancho Inn
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
$71 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$85 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street San Francisco CA
$101 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
$119 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nothing to say at this time"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$124 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$142 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,001 reviews)
"The reception guy who work at night was so mean and charged extra at 3 am as soon as we got there. Never come back for this hotel !!!!!"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

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
$209 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
$246 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
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
$147 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$167 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,431 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Hilton. Nice atmosphere, great food and I love how they offer snacks right after you check in specifically we traveled 6 hours to get to SF. And free liquor. Friendly staff. Little bit of towels given. We asked for extra blankets because the weather that day was cold. But they ..."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

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
$139 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$163 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,768 reviews)
"Rooms were spacious. I wish the fridges had an actual freezer. Breakfast was delicious with lots of quick options or the made to order. The lay out was really neat too."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

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.

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