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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco from ₹ 12,585

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 27/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SFO
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
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 February or May, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 24,174

One-way from

₹ 12,585

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 36,669
Delta
  • Delta
  • 18/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 37m total
  • Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 8/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 10m total
  • Washington, D.C. to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (₹ 139,291 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 61,982 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 19 January 2026.

Sun 15/207:00
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop9h 48m
Delta
Sat 28/205:45
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop7h 43m
Delta
Deal found 18/1₹ 24,174
Thu 23/406:30
IAD
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 26/423:20
SFO
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/1₹ 24,899
Sun 8/206:00
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop8h 00m
Delta
Fri 27/214:05
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop7h 16m
Delta
Deal found 17/1₹ 24,989
Sun 15/207:00
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop9h 48m
Delta
Fri 20/205:45
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop7h 43m
Delta
Deal found 18/1₹ 25,080
Thu 12/206:20
IAD
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 15/223:20
SFO
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/1₹ 25,261
Sat 21/307:00
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop20h 07m
Delta
Wed 8/405:50
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 02m
Delta
Deal found 17/1₹ 25,442
Wed 11/216:30
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Wed 18/207:40
SFO
-
IAD
2 stops11h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 18/1₹ 25,533
Thu 12/206:20
IAD
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 19/221:20
SFO
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/1₹ 25,623
Thu 12/318:20
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop8h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 24/306:35
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop7h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 17/1₹ 25,895
Wed 11/214:10
IAD
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 09m
United Airlines
Mon 16/222:40
SFO
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/1₹ 25,985
Wed 22/407:10
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop10h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 22/417:31
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop9h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 18/1₹ 26,257
Sat 7/217:26
IAD
-
SFO
1 stop8h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 2/320:47
SFO
-
IAD
1 stop17h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 17/1₹ 26,347

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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.

Fly from

Dulles Intl

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 26/2

12:38-18:36

1 stop8h 58m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

08:00-18:37

1 stop7h 37m

₹ 24,174

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/2

17:26-22:47

1 stop8h 21m

San Francisco

Thu 26/2

06:30-17:20

1 stop7h 50m

₹ 25,080

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/2

07:30-14:40

1 stop10h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

22:45-11:53

1 stop10h 08m

₹ 25,080

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 25/2

16:30-21:50

1 stop8h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

09:10-22:40

2 stops10h 30m

₹ 25,533

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/2

16:30-21:50

1 stop8h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 18/2

07:40-21:55

2 stops11h 15m

₹ 25,533

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 24/2

18:20-23:59

1 stop8h 39m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

19:28-17:20

1 stop18h 52m

₹ 26,347

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/2

17:26-22:47

1 stop8h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

20:47-17:20

1 stop17h 33m

₹ 26,347

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/2

17:26-22:47

1 stop8h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 23/2

06:40-17:27

1 stop7h 47m

₹ 27,706

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/2

14:10-17:19

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

17:00-01:08

Nonstop5h 08m

₹ 28,701

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/2

18:15-21:35

Nonstop6h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 18/2

21:20-05:27

Nonstop5h 07m

₹ 28,701

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

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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 16 January 2026.

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 ₹ 17,022). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 24,899). 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 19 January 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 63% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 19 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,177 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,177 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,177 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.

Related info for your journey

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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 26 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 1 airline.

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

    For as low as ₹ 25,080, Delta can have you in San Francisco from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in 8h 21m. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and San Francisco is about 3882 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 33,976, 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. Users have found that United Airlines is 10% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 (83%), United Airlines (80%), Austrian Airlines (80%).

  • 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 ₹ 17,022). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 24,899). 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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