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

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Cheap Flights from SFO to DCA starting at $138 One Way, $266 Round Trip

Prices starting at $266 for return flights and $138 for one-way flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
SFO
San Francisco
DCA
Washington
$266 Roundtrip, just found
$266
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 11 from San Francisco to Washington, returning Tue, Aug 18, priced at $266 just found
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 5
SFO
San Francisco
DCA
Washington
$268 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 31 from San Francisco to Washington, returning Thu, Nov 5, priced at $268 found 2 days ago
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
SFO
San Francisco
DCA
Washington
$269 Roundtrip, just found
$269
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 3 from San Francisco to Washington, returning Sat, Nov 7, priced at $269 just found
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
SFO
San Francisco
DCA
Washington
$270 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$270
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 20 from San Francisco to Washington, returning Thu, Oct 22, priced at $270 found 3 days ago
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
SFO
San Francisco
DCA
Washington
$274 Roundtrip, just found
$274
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 7 from San Francisco to Washington, returning Sun, Oct 11, priced at $274 just found

Hotel Ideas near Ronald Reagan Washington National

Airport Hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National

Hyatt Regency Crystal City

Hyatt Regency Crystal City

4 out of 5
2799 Richmond Hwy Arlington VA
$110 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$126 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National

3.5 out of 5
2899 Richmond Highway Arlington VA
$127 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$145 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,684 reviews)
"Wonderful stay."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Orme St Arlington VA
$109 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$125 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,416 reviews)
"Breskfast was good, lots of choices on buffet."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City 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 Washington

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
$109 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
$126 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Washington Plaza Hotel
Hotel Lombardy

Hotel Lombardy

4 out of 5
2019 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington DC
$125 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$145 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,721 reviews)
"We stayed at the hotel seven nights. We chose it because it was historic and in a very convenient Foggy Bottom location.. the first room we were in was definitely in need of many upgrades. The curtains were ripped on one side the floor squeaked, the bed squeaked the door doors squeaked…. One night ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Hotel Lombardy
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw Washington DC
$165 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
$192 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,409 reviews)
"Beautiful courtyard and hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
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.

Washington Hotels With Airport Transportation

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
201 Waterfront Street Fort Washington MD
$196 nightly
The price is $232 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$232 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in National Harbor. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,131 reviews)
"Over all the hotel is beautiful. Check in/out were easy. The customer service was good. The ameneties were great. Our kids loved the pool and light show. We had two separate cleaning issues. When we arrived there was a trash bag with linens in it by our room door that remained there for most of our ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

3.5 out of 5
1733 N St NW Washington DC
$143 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$166 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
".."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle
Malolo Bed and Breakfast

Malolo Bed and Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
5213 B Street Southeast Washington DC
Stay at this B&B in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Nationals Park and Capital One Arena are located ...
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Malolo Bed and Breakfast
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 Washington Hotels

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

3.5 out of 5
627 H Street NW Washington DC
$98 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
$113 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,023 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center. The hotel was very clean, modern, and well maintained, and the rooms had everything we needed for our trip. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always happy to answer questions or help with directions. The location was excellent—within ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
The Baron Hotel

The Baron Hotel

3 out of 5
1523 22nd Street NW Washington DC
$81 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
$94 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"It is a nice clean hotel suitable for short stays. The staff was friendly and helpful. It has access to public transportation. There is a comedy club located at the same property with the same entrance below the guest rooms. It makes it very noisy. There is a microwave, coffee and water located in ..."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

The Baron Hotel
Windsor Inn Hotel

Windsor Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
1842 16th St Nw Washington DC
$88 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$102 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
Windsor Inn 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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Washington

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
900 10th St NW Washington DC
$163 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
$189 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW Washington DC
$142 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
$164 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,912 reviews)
"Local"

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

3 out of 5
400 E Street SW Washington DC
$169 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$196 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,642 reviews)
"Breakfast was good and staff were attentive. Our room’s air conditioning was terribly loud whenever it was running."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
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.

SFO to DCA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
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

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to National Airport?
You won't have to change aircraft on this service. Direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) are offered by multiple companies. Look for a bargain fare and reserve your favorite seat with United Airlines or Alaska Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from San Francisco Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
From San Francisco, the eclectic sights and sounds of Washington are around 6 hours and 32 minutes away. Lock in your favorite seat, or maybe even upgrade to one with extra legroom, and get to your destination in pure comfort.
How many hours flight from San Francisco Airport to National Airport?
On average, it takes 6 hours and 39 minutes to travel from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to National Airport. You'll be in the air for some time, so contemplate bringing some entertainment, like an engrossing book or some movies.
What airlines have the most flights from San Francisco Airport to DCA?
While you'll find a number of airlines advertising flights from San Francisco Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), there are a couple that regular travelers keep coming back to. United Airlines (UA) is one of the most liked and has 130 flights monthly. Alternatively, lock in your favorite window (or aisle) seat with Alaska Airlines (AS). You'll have 45 monthly flights between San Francisco and Washington to take your pick of with this airline.

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