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Wed, Nov 25
Sacramento SMFWashington, D.C. IAD
£135
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Sacramento SMFWashington, D.C. BWI
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How much do flights to Washington, D.C. cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£135

Cheapest round-trip

£292

Average round-trip

£353

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Frontier Airlines

Getting from Washington, D.C. airports to the city center

Fastest options: Metro from DCA. Best value: Metro and bus services from all airports.

Washington, D.C. is served by three major airports, each offering various airport transfers to city center destinations. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the closest, located just 6 km south of downtown across the Potomac River. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) lies 42 km west of the city center in Virginia. Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is 50 km northeast in Maryland. Transport options include Metro rail, commuter trains, express buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times and costs vary depending on the airport, time of day, and traffic conditions.

How to get from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Washington, D.C.?

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

15-20 min

$2 – $6; varies by destination and time of day

every 8–12 min (traffic dependent)

fastest and most affordable

15-30 min

$15 – $25; metered; varies by traffic

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

How to get from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Washington, D.C.?

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

45-60 min

$6; flat fare to downtown

every 8–15 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

20-30 min

$5; to Wiehle-Reston East Metro

every 20 min (traffic dependent)

connecting to Metro

45-75 min

$65 – $85; metered; varies by traffic

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

groups with luggage

How to get from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Washington, D.C.?

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

35-45 min

$8; one-way fare

hourly weekdays (traffic dependent)

commuters to Union Station

30-40 min

$15 – $50; varies by train type and booking time

multiple daily (traffic dependent)

comfort and speed

50-90 min

$90 – $110; metered; varies by traffic

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

late night arrivals

Notes:

  • Prices in USD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Metro fares vary by distance and time of day; use SmarTrip card for best rates.
  • MARC trains operate primarily on weekdays with limited weekend service.
  • Taxi and ride-hailing prices vary with demand and traffic conditions.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Washington, D.C.

Depart from
Sacramento International
Arrive to
Washington Dulles International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Lincoln Memorial - National Mall

Check-in for a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Frontier AirlinesFFTF9No
VolarisVOIY4No
Alaska AirlinesASAASNo
JetBlue AirwaysJBUB6No
AeroMexicoAMXAMYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Washington, D.C.

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January4°C-2°C
February7°C0°C
March12°C3°C
April18°C8°C
May23°C13°C
June28°C18°C
July31°C21°C
August30°C20°C
September26°C17°C
October19°C11°C
November12°C4°C
December7°C1°C
Hottest Month
31°C
July
Coldest month
-2°C
January
Sunny days
264
days per year
Snow days
10
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
8 Nov
17°C8°C
15 Nov
41%
8°C3°C
Monday
9 Nov
16°C9°C
16 Nov
11°C5°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
19°C6°C
17 Nov
13°C3°C
Wednesday
11 Nov
20°C8°C
18 Nov
14°C6°C
Thursday
12 Nov
84%
14°C9°C
19 Nov
19%
14°C8°C
Friday
13 Nov
89%
9°C4°C
20 Nov
16%
16°C8°C
Saturday
14 Nov
56%
6°C3°C
21 Nov
21%
18°C8°C

Washington, D.C. travel tips

Visit Arlington Cemetery in Washington, where John and Jacqueline Kennedy are buried

The large cemetery is divided into 70 sections. Inside, there is the Arlington Memorial Amphitheater, where ceremonies for Memorial and Veterans Days are held. There is a daily changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Also, here you will find the graves of many famous American figures, including John and Jacqueline Kennedy.

Check which exit you need from the Washington metro, so you don't get lost

Most metro stations in Washington DC have multiple exits that lead to completely different streets. Check where the exits lead to; otherwise, you might get lost and spend half an hour coming back. The Washington metro opens at 5:00 (7:00 on weekends) but always closes at 00:00.

Check out embassies in Washington and their schedules for free events

Many embassies regularly host various events in Washington DC. Sometimes there are paid concerts and charity evenings, and sometimes, they host free events such as book signings or fairs.

Book your trip to arrive at Washington Dulles International, Baltimore–Washington International, or Ronald Reagan Washington National. The most popular airlines for this route are Frontier Airlines, Volaris, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and AeroMexico. Sacramento and Washington, D.C. have 400 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Washington, D.C., consider visiting Lincoln Memorial, and National Mall.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Sacramento?

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What are the most popular routes to and from Washington, D.C.?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Washington, D.C. and London, Manchester, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Orlando, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Mexico City, Dallas, Aberdeen, Tampa, Toronto, San Francisco, Denver, Boston, Houston, San Salvador, Lima, Miami, Las Vegas.

What airports are near Sacramento?

The main airport in Sacramento is Sacramento Executive Airport. It is also served by San Francisco International, Oakland International, Sacramento International, San Jose International, Reno–Tahoe International, Stockton Metropolitan, Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County, Monterey Regional, Merced Regional, Redding Municipal.

What airports are near Washington, D.C.?

The main airport in Washington, D.C. is Washington Dulles International. It is also served by Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Atlantic City International, Lehigh Valley International, Trenton–Mercer, Harrisburg International, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional, Lancaster, Hagerstown Regional.

Which airlines fly between Sacramento and Washington, D.C.?

Currently, you can fly between Sacramento and Washington, D.C. with Frontier Airlines, Volaris, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways, AeroMexico.

When’s the best time to travel between Sacramento and Washington, D.C.?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Sacramento and Washington, D.C., you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between Sacramento and Washington, D.C.?

Traveling between Sacramento and Washington, D.C., you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Sacramento?

There are a number of airports in and around Sacramento. The main one is Sacramento Executive Airport and other nearby airports include San Francisco International, Oakland International, Sacramento International, San Jose International, Reno–Tahoe International, Stockton Metropolitan, Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County, Monterey Regional, Merced Regional, Redding Municipal

How many airports are there near Washington, D.C.?

There are a number of airports in and around Washington, D.C.. The main one is Washington Dulles International and other nearby airports include Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Atlantic City International, Lehigh Valley International, Trenton–Mercer, Harrisburg International, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional, Lancaster, Hagerstown Regional.

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