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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P13,753. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..P6,747 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,747, select.
Washington D.C..P7,059 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,059, select.
Washington D.C..P7,095 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,095, select.
Washington D.C..P7,192 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,192, select.
Washington D.C..P7,646 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,646, select.
Washington D.C..P11,461 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,461, select.
Washington D.C..P11,831 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,831, select.
Washington D.C..P12,708 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,708, select.
Washington D.C..P15,160 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P15,160, select.
Washington D.C..P16,455 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,455, select.
Washington D.C..P18,197 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,197, select.
Washington D.C..P18,264 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,264, select.
Washington D.C..P18,292 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,292, select.
Washington D.C..P36,856 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,856, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento International to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from P15,160
May
from P6,747
Jun
from P7,192
Jul
from P7,646
Aug
from P7,059
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from P7,095
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from P11,461
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Direct flights from Sacramento International to Washington D.C.

Alternative Sacramento International to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sacramento International to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington Ronald Reagan

5km from central Washington D.C.
Closest
from P7,059
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Camp Springs Andrews AFB

17km from central Washington D.C.
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Washington Dulles

37km from central Washington D.C.
Cheapest
from P6,747
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Baltimore Washington International

44km from central Washington D.C.
from P7,502
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Manassas

47km from central Washington D.C.
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Sacramento to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP6,747
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Sacramento International to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to Washington D.C. is P12,785. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento International to Washington D.C..
Southwest Airlines, United and Brussels Airlines fly direct from Sacramento International to Washington D.C..
As of April 2026, there are 99 flights per week flying from Sacramento International to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Washington D.C. is usually June.
If you're flying from Sacramento International Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from P12,785.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento International Airport to Washington D.C. on Wednesday, 3 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 57 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4. The city is three hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located.

  • With seven weekly departures between the two airports, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route. Board United Airlines's 08:00 flight to get your trip from SMF to IAD underway.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your SMF to Washington DC flight.

  • Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at SMF and travel straight to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC tickets.

  • United Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC.

  • Travelling from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're searching for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC, check out Not Here do not Book. It's a short ride from SMF.

  • Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SMF touch down on schedule 82.15% of the time.

  • You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Washington DC

  • P6,747 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC flight. A return plane ticket right now is P12,785. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book one month before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SMF to Washington DC.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SMF to Washington DC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Save money on your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and explore beyond Washington DC's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SMF to Washington DC.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • After your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • After stepping off your SMF to Washington DC flight, settle in at a hotel near IAD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Get the lowest price by securing your ride from IAD one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.

  • You'll find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Head to the city centre after your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC has landed. Central Washington DC is around 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to get to by car.

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes using public transport.

  • Stay at a hotel near BWI and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late SMF to Washington DC flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:

  • Start your trip without worrying about how to get to your next stop with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • If you're after a specific type of vehicle, lock in your ride from BWI around two weeks ahead of your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better rate.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Before booking your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Washington DC offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Before locking in your Sacramento International Airport to Washington DC plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SMF to Washington DC around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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