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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Major modern and contemporary art museum with an internationally important collection and frequent blockbuster exhibitions.

Cheapest price
$3211
Average price
$3211
Fastest journey
76h 48m
Average duration
76h 48m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3908 km
Flights from Washington, DC to San Francisco, CA depart on average 88 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $134 (€110) if you book in advance.
There are 9 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 2435 miles (3919 km) distance in 6h 7m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2435 miles (3919 km) |
Average flight duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€110) |
Flights per day 88 |
Direct flights 9 |
Fastest flight 6h 7m |
First flight 12:10 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $134, and a train costs an average of $189.
Distance: 2435 miles (3919 km)
Most popular Flight | Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$288 Average price Cheapest | $698 Average price | $328 Average price | $643 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 25m Average total duration Fastest 6h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 73h 44m Average total duration 73h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 68h 57m Average total duration 68h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to San Francisco, CA:
A flight is $39 (€32) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to San Francisco, CA costing on average $328 (€270).
A flight is $409 (€337) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to San Francisco, CA costing on average $698 (€574).
Other travel options to San Francisco, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 68h 27m.
Train takes on average 73h 14m.
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to San Francisco, CA flights for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 AM Washington, DC | 10h30 | 9:30 PM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Washington, DC | 12h11 | 6:56 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:26 PM Washington, DC | 6h24 | 5:50 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM Washington, DC | 6h20 | 6:19 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Prices are high for hotels, dining, parking, and taxes. Budget options exist, but overall costs rank among the highest in the US.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15% or round up. Hotels: USD 2-5 for porters, USD 3-5 daily for housekeeping.
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Most Washington, DC to San Francisco, CA flights use the Ronald Reagan National Airport to San Francisco International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and San Francisco, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is 4 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Ronald Reagan National Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering American, Italian, and fast food options; top choices include Legal Sea Foods and Five Guys.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, near ticketingas and baggage claim.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, including the Crystal Gateway Marriott..
Dulles International Airport is 3 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Dulles International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants located in all concourses; options include fast food, cafes, and sit-down dining like Five Guys and Chipotle.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dulles International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby include Washington Dulles Airport Marriott within walking distance..
San Francisco International Airport is 1 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Francisco International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco International Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
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