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 $121 One Way, $242 Round Trip

Prices starting at $242 for return flights and $121 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, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$242 Roundtrip, just found
$242
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 8 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Aug 15, priced at $242 just found
Sat, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 28
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$248 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 25 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jul 28, priced at $248 found 3 hours ago
Tue, Jul 21 - Wed, Jul 29
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$252 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 21 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jul 29, priced at $252 found 8 hours ago
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$256 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 7 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Oct 17, priced at $256 found 8 hours ago
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$281 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$281
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 18 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Tue, Aug 25, priced at $281 found 1 day 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
$246 nightly
The price is $274 total per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
$274 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,638 reviews)
"Very very nice polite staff !"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Grand Hyatt at SFO
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

3 out of 5
1390 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$131 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$150 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,707 reviews)
"Wonderful place near airport with a decent breakfast and option of rooms with a kitchenette. We had a good time."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
1375 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$137 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
$157 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"This motel boutique was very clean, secure with keypad entry and the breakfast and seating area were adorable. Would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel
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

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA
$218 nightly
The price is $257 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$257 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,313 reviews)
"The stunning view and lobby is what I like most! Plus the cleanliness and space of the rooms makes the stay worthwhile. Very walkable spot going to stations.. Glad we are able to stay! We will dome back!"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
425 North Point San Francisco CA
$186 nightly
The price is $219 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$219 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,990 reviews)
"Great hotel nice and clean and so close to the wharf"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
$144 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$169 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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
$131 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$155 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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! (1,871 reviews)
"Clean, cute, and cozy. Calm and quiet area, the only complaint is if you plan on showing up late there may be no parking, due to the small limited parking lot."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 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 Jul 12 to Jul 13
$142 total
Jul 12 - Jul 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,839 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 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! (2,986 reviews)
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 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
$70 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$83 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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 ...
6/10 (3,790 reviews)
"This place is the worst. Smells so terrible!! Feel unsafe."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street San Francisco CA
$67 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$79 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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! (1,003 reviews)
"DO NOT STAY! BED BUGS!! This place is nasty! It smelled horrible, the rooms were disgusting. I went and bought my own sheets because the ones they had were covered in stains. I later found a bed bug crawling on me in which I brought to the front desk. They immediately killed it and now are refusing ..."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 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 Jul 12 to Jul 13
$142 total
Jul 12 - Jul 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,839 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 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
$185 nightly
The price is $218 total per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
$218 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,653 reviews)
"MISREPRESENTATION CLEARLY I PAID FOR ROOM WITH OCEAN VIEW AND RECEIVED ROOM WITH PARKING LOT VIEWS ABSOLUTELY DISRESPECTFUL WAY TO TREAT ME"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

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
$139 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$158 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (2,203 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful interior and exterior. We always enjoy the breakfast, but the rooms are old, neglected, and do not match the quality of the rest of the property."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 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
$143 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$168 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (1,539 reviews)
"Nice room"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 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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