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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco from ₹ 12,646

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SFO
22 Dec — 29 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 25,206

One-way from

₹ 12,646

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 46,848
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 7/1-12/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 24m total
  • Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 17/1
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 06m total
  • Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2024
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 December 2024.

Tue 31/1217:45IAD - SFO
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Thu 16/105:30SFO - IAD
2 stops14h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 16/12₹ 43,199
Tue 31/1222:20IAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/113:00SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12₹ 48,121
Wed 25/1217:06IAD - SFO
1 stop8h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/106:00SFO - IAD
1 stop7h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/12₹ 49,989
Wed 25/1206:07IAD - SFO
1 stop18h 07mDelta
Fri 3/105:40SFO - IAD
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Deal found 17/12₹ 61,446

Find flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

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Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/1

14:19-19:34

1 stop8h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 12/1

16:20-00:29

Nonstop5h 09m

₹ 25,206

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 22/1

17:25-08:00

1 stop17h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 26/1

06:00-16:23

1 stop7h 23m

₹ 25,376

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/1

15:55-21:35

1 stop8h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 16/1

05:30-23:20

2 stops14h 50m

₹ 25,546

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/1

07:20-12:42

1 stop8h 22m

San Francisco

Wed 15/1

05:55-15:53

1 stop6h 58m

₹ 28,941

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 15/6

12:40-08:08

1 stop22h 28m

San Francisco

Sat 21/6

23:59-11:43

1 stop8h 44m

₹ 31,826

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 13/2

13:48-21:11

1 stop10h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 16/2

10:20-22:33

1 stop9h 13m

₹ 31,911

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 17/1

22:05-01:11

Nonstop6h 06m

₹ 12,646

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 18/1

18:57-09:11

1 stop17h 14m

₹ 13,070

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/1

06:05-13:23

1 stop10h 18m

₹ 13,410

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/1

11:10-21:35

2 stops13h 25m

₹ 17,229

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 53 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of ₹ 969). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,340). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IAD to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 17 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,854 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,854 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,854 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,551 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,854 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,615 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,854 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,795 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,854 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,854 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Located just 19.0 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 12 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 1 airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 25,206, United Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 25,376 and ₹ 25,546, respectively. Users have found that United Airlines is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    ₹ 12,646 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from ₹ 13,070 and ₹ 13,410, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco on time: Egyptair (100%), Air China (97%), Hawaiian Airlines (91%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of ₹ 969). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,340). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Alaska AirlinesCheapest₹ 31,959Average₹ 37,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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