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Flight deals from Sacramento International to Washington Dulles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,475. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..R 1,857 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,857, select.
Washington D.C..R 2,696 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,696, select.
Washington D.C..R 2,696 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,696, select.
Washington D.C..R 2,701 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,701, select.
Washington D.C..R 2,706 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,706, select.
Washington D.C..R 3,987 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,987, select.
Washington D.C..R 4,982 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,982, select.
Washington D.C..R 4,982 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,982, select.
Washington D.C..R 4,982 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,982, select.
Washington D.C..R 4,985 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,985, select.
Washington D.C..R 4,992 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,992, select.
Washington D.C..R 6,464 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,464, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Washington Dulles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento International to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Direct flights from Sacramento International to Washington Dulles

Sacramento International to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sacramento International to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Dulles.

Washington Ronald Reagan

5km from central Washington D.C.
Closest
from R 1,908
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Washington Dulles

37km from central Washington D.C.
Cheapest
from R 1,857
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Baltimore Washington International

44km from central Washington D.C.
from R 2,531
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Sacramento to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,857
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Sacramento International to Washington Dulles: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to Washington Dulles is R 3,890. 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.
5 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Sacramento International to Washington Dulles.
United, Brussels Airlines and SWISS fly direct from Sacramento International to Washington Dulles.
As of July 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Sacramento International to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Washington Dulles is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport on Thursday, 20 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 1 minute.
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 Dulles 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.

Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Dulles.

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

  • Around 5 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Sacramento.

  • Take your pick of seven weekly Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flights. The 08:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:15.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your SMF to IAD flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • United is your gateway to discovering Washington DC (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with United on this route.

  • With an impressive 94.26% of services arriving as planned, United is the most punctual carrier for SMF to IAD flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SMF and IAD:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • St Louis Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight is R 1,857. A round-trip fare is currently R 3,890. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SMF to IAD if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SMF to IAD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.

Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

  • Sacramento International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SMF land on schedule 81% of the time.

  • Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.

  • Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport off to a stress-free start. Only a quick drive from SMF, spend the night in Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.

Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport for July if you want to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SMF to IAD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, head for Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among its highlights.

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