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 $136 One Way, $272 Round Trip

Prices starting at $272 for return flights and $136 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.

Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$272 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 7 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Wed, Dec 9, priced at $272 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$276 Roundtrip, just found
$276
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 16, priced at $276 just found
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$286 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 17 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Oct 24, priced at $286 found 3 hours ago
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 30
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$307 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 29 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jan 30, priced at $307 found 6 days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 2
DCA
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$391 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$391
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 19 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Wed, Dec 2, priced at $391 found 2 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
$311 nightly
The price is $347 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$347 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
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
$144 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Oct 2 to Oct 3
$165 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,273 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport

4 out of 5
1 Old Bayshore Hwy Millbrae CA
$149 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$172 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
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
$163 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$192 total
Oct 18 - Oct 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! (7,670 reviews)
"Breakfast was very very good."

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza 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
$152 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$179 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
$153 nightly
The price is $180 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$180 total
Oct 18 - Oct 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 ...
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
$116 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$137 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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
$140 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$161 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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! (2,023 reviews)
"It was clean"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 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! (2,779 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
$74 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$88 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 (4,097 reviews)
"You get what you pay for."

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street San Francisco CA
$89 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$105 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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 ...
Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$140 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$161 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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! (2,023 reviews)
"It was clean"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 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
$244 nightly
The price is $287 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$287 total
Oct 18 - Oct 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,835 reviews)
"Great location and cool atmosphere"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 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 Oct 11 to Oct 12
$167 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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! (2,444 reviews)
"A little old and dingy, but close to the airport. Room wasn't the cleanest... View of the waterfront was nice though. The airplanes taking off and landing may be a bit noisy for light sleepers, but I was dead tired after my long flight so it didn't bother me much. Free breakfast was not bad and you ..."

Reviewed on Sep 26, 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! (1,784 reviews)
"very nice place"

Reviewed on Sep 25, 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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