Direct flights from San Francisco to Washington
21 nonstop flights a week on 2 airlines. Zero layovers — one hop from SFO to DCA.
Flight time: about 4h44m nonstop
Flying back? Washington Reagan National → San Francisco · 20 nonstop flights a week
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in San Francisco local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| United UAL1678 | 8:40a | 4h39m | Daily |
| Alaska ASA8 | 9:38a | 4h45m | Daily |
| United UAL2386 | 2:07p | 4h43m | Sat–Sun |
| United UAL2386 | 2:30p | 4h45m | Mon–Fri |
UnitedThe route
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Nonstop from San Francisco (SFO) to Washington (DCA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has 21 nonstop flights a week to Washington (DCA), operated by Alaska and United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of SFO and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated October 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated October 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Washington?
The nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Washington (DCA) takes about 4h44m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
Is there a nonstop return flight from Washington to San Francisco?
Yes — 20 nonstop flights a week from Washington Reagan National (DCA) back to San Francisco (SFO) on Alaska and United, based on recently observed departures.