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 $160 One Way, $287 Round Trip

Prices starting at $287 for return flights and $160 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.

Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$287 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Dec 5, priced at $287 found 4 days ago
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$288 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 28 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Oct 31, priced at $288 found 1 day ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 8
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$289 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $289 found 6 days ago
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 31
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$293 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$293
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 10 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Oct 31, priced at $293 found 1 day ago
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$377 Roundtrip, just found
$377
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 23 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Sep 26, priced at $377 just found

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
$289 nightly
The price is $323 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$323 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
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! (1,689 reviews)
"Easy stop from SFO - clean comfy beds - staff is fine - no cancellations, even though you have an emergency."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 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
$145 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$167 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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! (1,807 reviews)
"Although a feel like an older property, it was maintained nicely. I liked parking in basement and able to pick from 2 elevators to our room. Staff was friendly. Close drive to airport and many restaurants and a Safeway nearby."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront

San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront

4 out of 5
1800 Old Bayshore Hwy Burlingame CA
$149 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
$169 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
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 ...
San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront
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
$149 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$175 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,198 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to the university of San Francisco."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

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
$166 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$196 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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! (7,645 reviews)
"Best location. Second time there. Excellent breakfast. Really really nice"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 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
$158 nightly
The price is $187 total per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
$187 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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! (3,455 reviews)
"Staff is helpful and very pleasant. Location was great- walking distance to Union Square."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Handlery Union Square 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.

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 Aug 22 to Aug 23
$149 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
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 ...
The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
$131 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
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! (1,946 reviews)
"Clean room, staff were so nice and very good breakfast."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 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! (2,860 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
$73 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$87 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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 (3,990 reviews)
"I immediately booked a different hotel. It was rundown and sketchy. They charged me for the night anyway."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 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 Aug 23 to Aug 24
$79 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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! (1,007 reviews)
"The hotel is very clean and nice.... the staff were very professional and kind..... Thank you for everything.... Faizal Dean"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
$131 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
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! (1,946 reviews)
"Clean room, staff were so nice and very good breakfast."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 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
$174 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$204 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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! (2,800 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to everything. Felt a bit of a backpacker type of hotel. Very thin walls. But it was clean and the beds were comfy."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 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
$147 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$167 total
Sep 6 - Sep 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 ...
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
$147 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$172 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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! (1,709 reviews)
"We had a great stay at Embassy Suites San Francisco Oyster Point! The location was perfect and convenient, the food was great, and we really enjoyed the complimentary snacks and amenities. Everything made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We will definitely be returning on our next trip to San ..."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 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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