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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?
In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R7 263. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco during January instead. Flights to Washington, D.C. in January, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around R7 630.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?
Flying to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R0 when looking at flights departing at midday. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are R34 465 on average. Flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco when booking 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around R9 063 when searching 14 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco for as low as R7 886 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights?
There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
How have San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?
As of February 2025, prices for San Francisco to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.
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How far is San Francisco to Washington, D.C. by plane?
San Francisco and Washington, D.C. are 3914,9 km apart from one another.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C. were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Washington, D.C., the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 9, making up 16,54% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-900 with 14,72%, Boeing 777 with 11,85%, and Boeing 757-300 with 10,68%.
Travelling to a place near Washington, D.C.?
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. . Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.
Can I find flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.?
momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.
I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Washington, D.C. right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Washington, D.C., momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Washington, D.C. from San Francisco and alert you when they change.