Question 1

How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights take on average 5h 38m to travel the 2,434 miles between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 11 and 15 direct flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 5h 48m. The most common departure time is 17:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 94 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 11 and 15 direct flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 5h 48m. The most common departure time is 17:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 94 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco was £157 for a one-way ticket and £280 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines connects Washington, D.C. to San Francisco with 80 flights per week. Alaska Airlines also offers 7 flights per week, while Southwest follows with 7 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines connects Washington, D.C. to San Francisco with 80 flights per week. Alaska Airlines also offers 7 flights per week, while Southwest follows with 7 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 9

Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Washington, D.C. is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in San Francisco. You will leave Washington, D.C. from one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You will be arriving at San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 10

What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 06:30 and will be landing in San Francisco at 09:19.

Question 11

What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco jets off at 22:10 and lands at 00:59.

Question 12

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.

Question 13

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.

Question 14

Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 15

On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco on a daily basis.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost £285 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £366 and £336 respectively.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost £285 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £366 and £336 respectively.

Question 18

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 23

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 24

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco were found on United Airlines (£206) and Southwest (£208).

Question 25

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco were found on United Airlines (£206) and Southwest (£208).

Question 26

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco costs £299 on the route between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and San Francisco (SFO). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 26% cheaper than other Washington, D.C.-San Francisco routes. The most popular route is between Baltimore (BWI) and San Francisco (SFO).

Question 27

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco costs £299 on the route between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and San Francisco (SFO). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 26% cheaper than other Washington, D.C.-San Francisco routes. The most popular route is between Baltimore (BWI) and San Francisco (SFO).

Question 28

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Question 29

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Question 30

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £299 on average.

Question 31

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £299 on average.

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What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

If you are looking for a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost £285 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £366 and £336 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £299 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco were found on United Airlines (£206) and Southwest (£208).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

United Airlines connects Washington, D.C. to San Francisco with 80 flights per week. Alaska Airlines also offers 7 flights per week, while Southwest follows with 7 flights per week.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco per day?

How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco take?

Direct flights take on average 5h 38m to travel the 2,434 miles between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco.

What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 06:30 and will be landing in San Francisco at 09:19.

What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco jets off at 22:10 and lands at 00:59.

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What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco was £157 for a one-way ticket and £280 for a return.

Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Washington, D.C. is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in San Francisco. You will leave Washington, D.C. from one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You will be arriving at San Francisco.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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