Direct flights from Washington to San Francisco

  • ~4 flights a day
  • 2 airlines

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When the nonstops leave

Typical weekly schedule · 28 flights per week (~4 per day) · Updated 21d ago

Morning before noon 1 a day

Arrive the same day

7:28 AM
Afternoon noon – 6 PM 2 a day

Arrive the same day

5:45 PM 5:59 PM
Evening after 6 PM 1 a day

Arrive the same day

6:59 PM
Alaska Airlines Departs Terminal 2 Arrives Terminal 1
United Airlines Departs Terminal 2 Arrives Terminal 3

More nonstops from Washington

DCA → BNA Nashville 3 airlines DCA → CHS Charleston DCA → DAL Dallas DCA → HOU Houston DCA → DTW Detroit 2 airlines DCA → MVY Martha's Vineyard 2 airlines DCA → SAT San Antonio DCA → SLC Salt Lake City SFO → DCA The return trip DCA All nonstops from Washington SFO All nonstops from San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from Washington to San Francisco?

Yes. Alaska Airlines and United Airlines fly nonstop from Washington (DCA) to San Francisco (SFO), several times daily. The flight takes about 5h 32m and covers 2,436 miles (3,921 km). Schedule data from 27 September 2026.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington to San Francisco?

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines operate nonstop flights from Washington to San Francisco.

How long is the flight from Washington to San Francisco?

The nonstop flight from Washington to San Francisco takes ~5h 32m (approximately 3921 km).

How often do direct flights operate from Washington to San Francisco?

Nonstop flights from Washington to San Francisco operate several times daily — 28 flights per week (~4 per day).

What days of the week are there direct flights from Washington to San Francisco?

Direct flights from Washington to San Francisco operate every day of the week. Alaska Airlines flies daily and United Airlines flies daily.