Question 1

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Washington DC?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Washington DC typically takes around 5 hours 30 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 10 hours 1 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Washington DC?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Washington DC, averaging around 7 to 8 flights per day, operated by, among others, United Airlines. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Washington DC?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from San Francisco to Washington DC are operated by, among others, United Airlines. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Alaska Airlines (via San Diego), American Airlines (via Dallas) and Delta (via Detroit). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Washington DC?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from San Francisco to Washington DC operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from San Francisco to Washington DC?

Accepted Answer

From San Francisco to Washington DC, there are on average around 7 to 8 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. If you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices, and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from San Francisco to Washington DC?

Accepted Answer

From San Francisco to Washington DC, there are around 53 to 54 flights per week. This means you usually have connections available on several days and at various times. Beyond the price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline, and any potential additional fees.

Question 7

When does the first flight from San Francisco to Washington DC depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from San Francisco to Washington DC usually departs at 12:20 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Washington DC.

Question 8

When does the last flight from San Francisco to Washington DC depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from San Francisco to Washington DC usually departs at 11:59 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
San Francisco Washington DC	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F91850, F94278 13h 39min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F94277, F93801 13h 36min	Frontier Airlines		$257
Best option San Francisco Washington DC	Outbound 08/20/26 direct UA2837 05h 25min	Return 08/25/26 direct UA1434 05h 48min	United Airlines	?	$553
San Francisco Washington DC Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F94158, F94278 17h 26min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F94277, F93801 13h 36min	Frontier Airlines		$326
San Francisco Washington DC	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F91850, F94278 13h 39min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F94277, F93801 13h 36min	Frontier Airlines	?	$260
San Francisco Washington DC	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F91850, F94278 13h 39min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F94277, F94401 28h 07min	Frontier Airlines		$320
San Francisco Washington DC	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F91448, F91082 09h 01min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F94277, F93801 13h 36min	Frontier Airlines		$323
San Francisco Washington DC	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (ATL) F91448, F91082 09h 01min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SEA) AS0375, AS0680 09h 46min	Frontier Airlines	?	$378
San Francisco Washington DC	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (DFW) AA2305, AA1863 08h 12min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (DFW) AA0524, AA1430 08h 21min	American Airlines	?	$555
San Francisco Washington DC	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (DFW) AA2305, AA1863 08h 12min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0201, AS3463 16h 11min	American Airlines	?	$556
San Francisco Washington DC	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (DFW) AA1849, AA2254 08h 52min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (CLT) AA2620, AA2428 08h 18min	American Airlines	?	$3,007

Roundtrip from	$256.97
Flight duration	min. 04:42 / max. 06:17
Return flight duration	min. 05:47/ max. 07:28
Distance	3887 km
Flights per week	70
Departure airport	Airport San Francisco International Airport, CA (SFO)
Arrival airport	Airport Washington DC - Dulles International Airport, DC (IAD)
Destination country	Flights to United States
Departure airport - Destination country	San Francisco International Airport, CA - United States
Departure airport - City-Code	San Francisco International Airport, CA - Washington-DC

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