Cheap flights from IAD to SFO (Washington Dulles Intl. to San Francisco Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from IAD to SFO starting at $99 One Way, $197 Round Trip

Prices starting at $197 for return flights and $99 for one-way flights to San Francisco Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, May 3 - Sat, May 10
IAD
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 3 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Sat, May 10, priced at $197 just found
Sat, May 17 - Tue, Jun 17
IAD
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 17, priced at $197 just found
Tue, May 13 - Tue, May 20
IAD
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $199 just found
Tue, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 17
IAD
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$208 Roundtrip, just found
$208
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 10 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 17, priced at $208 just found
Wed, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 16
IAD
Washington
SFO
San Francisco
$317 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$317
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 11 from Washington to San Francisco, returning Mon, Jun 16, priced at $317 found 12 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near San Francisco Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Francisco Intl.

Grand Hyatt at SFO
Grand Hyatt at SFO
4 out of 5
55 S McDonnell Rd, San Francisco, CA
The price is $345 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
$345
includes taxes & fees
$309 per night
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,297 reviews)
"Hotel staff were very helpful with check in and gave information about construction around the airport. Room was clean and very comfortable.We usually stay at this hotel prior to our flights. Good restaurant."

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

Grand Hyatt at SFO
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
The price is $121 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
$121
includes taxes & fees
$104 per night
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,727 reviews)
Breakfast and gym
"Overall it was 4.0-4.5. One of my highlights was the gym and breakfast!"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA
The price is $154 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$154
includes taxes & fees
$136 per night
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,019 reviews)
"Quiet and comfortable"

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San Francisco

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is $135 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$135
includes taxes & fees
$115 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,734 reviews)
"I love the location"

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is $181 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$181
includes taxes & fees
$154 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,297 reviews)
"excellent hotel"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA
The price is $154 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$154
includes taxes & fees
$136 per night
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,019 reviews)
"Quiet and comfortable"

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San Francisco Hotels With Airport Transportation

The Dylan at SFO
The Dylan at SFO
3 out of 5
110 S El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
The price is $119 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$119
includes taxes & fees
$99 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,597 reviews)
My Home Away From Home!
"This may stay away from because of business. I love the staff!!! They are delightful, helpful and make me feel like a family member. I wish there was better power areas near the desk, but there is a work space in the lobby that is bright. Close by are several places to eat and convenient grocery ..."

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO
Hotel Skye SFO
2.5 out of 5
421 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA
The price is $118 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$118
includes taxes & fees
$102 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,190 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable beds. Basic free breakfast. Free parking and SFO shuttle. Good restaurants nearby."

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

Hotel Skye SFO
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
The price is $121 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
$121
includes taxes & fees
$104 per night
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,727 reviews)
Breakfast and gym
"Overall it was 4.0-4.5. One of my highlights was the gym and breakfast!"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San Francisco Hotels

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
2 out of 5
326 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
The price is $72 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$72
includes taxes & fees
$60 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...
5.8/10 (2,288 reviews)
"Good rate for an overnight stay for SFO airport. Pretty run down building though"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach
Hotel North Beach
2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is $73 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$73
includes taxes & fees
$62 per night
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"GREAT HOTEL & SERVICE"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO
Hotel Skye SFO
2.5 out of 5
421 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA
The price is $118 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$118
includes taxes & fees
$102 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,190 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable beds. Basic free breakfast. Free parking and SFO shuttle. Good restaurants nearby."

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

Hotel Skye SFO
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4 out of 5
250 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is $210 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$210
includes taxes & fees
$179 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,946 reviews)
"Fun outdoor space. Friendly staff. Great location"

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
3.5 out of 5
150 Anza Blvd, Burlingame, CA
The price is $144 per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
$144
includes taxes & fees
$127 per night
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,314 reviews)
"Excellent staff. I asked for napkin from housekeeping and they gave it right away. The room is very spacious and complete with all amenities needed by a traveller. The breakfast buffet was amazing with the egg station."

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Embassy Suites San Francisco Airport - South San Francisco
Embassy Suites San Francisco Airport - South San Francisco
3.5 out of 5
250 Gateway Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
The price is $169 per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
$169
includes taxes & fees
$144 per night
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"It was clean, breakfast was good."

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Embassy Suites San Francisco Airport - South San Francisco
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

IAD to SFO Route Info

Origin Airport
Chantilly
Destination Airport
San Francisco
Number Of Airlines Serving
16
Distance
2413 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
6:05PM EDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
Apr 9
IAD Address & GPS
Address:
1 Saarinen Circle
Dulles VA, 20166
United States
IATA Code:
IAD
Longitude:
-77.447735
Latitude:
38.95315
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Washington, DC Airport (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) now?
Go right to the Covid-19 Travel Advisor for the most up-to-date info on quarantine requirements and travel restrictions when catching a flight from Washington, DC Airport (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.).
Are there non-stop flights from Dulles Intl. Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Passengers can fly from Washington, DC Airport (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to SFO with United Airlines, the only airline that offers nonstop services on this route.
What is the shortest flight from Dulles Intl. Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Ask for a glass of vino and get comfy in your seat with an engrossing movie or novel. With the trip from IAD to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) taking 5 hours and 37 minutes, you’ll have enough time to kick back and enjoy the experience.
How many hours flight from Washington, DC Airport (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to SFO?
On average, the flight time from Washington, DC Airport (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) takes 5 hours and 48 minutes. If your aim is to be as comfortable as possible, consider upgrading your seat using miles or cash.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to San Francisco, CA Airport (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What airlines have the most flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to San Francisco Airport?
Offering 171 flights per month between Woodford and Tenderloin, United Airlines will fly you there in comfort and style.

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