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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco from ₹ 12,495

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SFO
10 Jan — 17 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Francisco are usually found in January or May, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 11 December 2025.

Wed 24/1215:22IAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/116:47SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12₹ 37,484
Wed 24/1218:01IAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/122:35SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12₹ 39,282
Wed 24/1217:45IAD - SFO
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Sun 25/105:30SFO - IAD
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 10/12₹ 41,079
Tue 23/1218:01IAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/116:55SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12₹ 41,978
Mon 29/1218:37IAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/122:35SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12₹ 42,967
Wed 31/1222:05IAD - SFO
1 stop14h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/122:35SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12₹ 43,776
Wed 24/1207:40IAD - SFO
2 stops13h 35mSouthwest
Mon 26/109:50SFO - IAD
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/12₹ 44,046
Wed 24/1212:58IAD - SFO
1 stop10h 52mDelta
Wed 7/105:45SFO - IAD
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 10/12₹ 44,765
Thu 25/1206:00IAD - SFO
2 stops13h 20mDelta
Wed 7/112:46SFO - IAD
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Deal found 10/12₹ 44,945
Wed 24/1212:35IAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1208:20SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12₹ 45,304
Tue 23/1218:37IAD - SFO
Nonstop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/106:45SFO - IAD
Nonstop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12₹ 45,394

Find 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 11 December 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 24,899

One-way from

₹ 12,495

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

₹ 47,551
Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/1-20/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 18m total
  • Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 08m total
  • Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (₹ 122,500 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 80,200 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/1

06:00-10:56

1 stop7h 56m

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

12:46-23:57

1 stop8h 11m

₹ 24,899

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/1

07:00-13:47

1 stop9h 47m

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

05:45-16:46

1 stop8h 01m

₹ 24,899

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 24/1

12:29-18:38

1 stop9h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 31/1

05:45-16:46

1 stop8h 01m

₹ 24,899

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/1

07:30-13:38

1 stop9h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

12:10-23:06

1 stop7h 56m

₹ 25,259

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 29/1

07:30-13:43

1 stop9h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

10:30-23:10

1 stop9h 40m

₹ 25,618

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 28/2

12:38-22:41

2 stops13h 03m

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

10:20-23:10

1 stop9h 50m

₹ 25,708

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 14/1

07:30-18:16

2 stops13h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 18/1

10:35-23:10

1 stop9h 35m

₹ 26,068

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 24/1

17:27-23:25

1 stop8h 58m

San Francisco

Sun 25/1

10:30-23:10

1 stop9h 40m

₹ 26,158

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/2

06:00-11:00

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 5/2

05:45-16:46

1 stop8h 01m

₹ 26,697

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/3

07:30-13:48

1 stop9h 18m

San Francisco

Thu 12/3

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

₹ 27,057

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco

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 5 December 2025.

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 72 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of ₹ 16,899). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 24,720). 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 11 December 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 69% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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  • 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 31 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    For as low as ₹ 24,899, Delta can have you in San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in 7h 56m. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and San Francisco is about 3882 km.

  • 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 (90%), Ethiopian Air (88%), Air China (85%).

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of ₹ 16,899). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 24,720). 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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