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$180 Find Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Reagan-National departing on 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$355
Typical prices: $316-$484
Southwest
Tue 8/25Mon 8/31
SMF - DCA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$180
Typical prices: $184-$240
Frontier
Wed 7/8
SMF - DCA • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $355 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Reagan-National. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $280 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 38m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National (SMF-DCA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Reagan-National

Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 6:25 pm
SMF
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DCA
8h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:35 pm - 10:30 pm
DCA
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SMF
8h 55m
2 stops
$355Southwest
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30
Southwest Logo
8:10 pm - 8:55 am
SMF
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DCA
9h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 10:10 pm
DCA
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SMF
9h 20m
2 stops
$359Southwest
Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 6
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 4:40 pm
SMF
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DCA
7h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 12:40 pm
DCA
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SMF
9h 35m
1 stop
$364Southwest
Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 18
Southwest Logo
7:10 am - 7:10 pm
SMF
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DCA
9h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 5:50 pm
DCA
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SMF
13h 55m
2 stops
$365Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Thu, Jan 7
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 10:49 am
SMF
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DCA
7h 50m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 1:59 pm
DCA
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SMF
10h 29m
1 stop
$366American Airlines
Fri, Jul 24 - Fri, Jul 31
Frontier Logo
11:25 am - 9:59 pm
SMF
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DCA
7h 34m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 pm - 10:35 am
DCA
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SMF
19h 35m
1 stop
$368Frontier
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 10:54 am
SMF
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DCA
9h 14m
1 stop
Delta Logo
3:10 pm - 8:23 pm
DCA
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SMF
8h 13m
1 stop
$369Delta
Thu, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 14
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 4:40 pm
SMF
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DCA
7h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 9:10 pm
DCA
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SMF
10h 40m
2 stops
$370Southwest
Sat, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:11 pm - 7:58 am
SMF
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DCA
29h 47m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:35 am
DCA
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SMF
30h 35m
1 stop
$373Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 30 - Fri, Aug 7
Southwest Logo
11:00 am - 11:55 pm
SMF
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DCA
9h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 4:15 pm
DCA
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SMF
13h 15m
1 stop
$374Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Reagan-National flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is November, where tickets cost $308 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $606 and $514 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$180
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport

When to book flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Reagan-National based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport was $180 for a one-way ticket and $355 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Reagan Washington National Airport?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Only JetBlue offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Reagan Washington National Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C., Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $437 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $401 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Reagan Washington National Airport from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Reagan Washington National Airport with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and DCA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Reagan Washington National Airport from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Sacramento to Reagan-National

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sacramento to Reagan-National? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12590 reviews
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7.0Food
8.5Crew
7.0Entertainment
7.8Comfort
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Agent could not provide me a boarding pass for the second leg of my flights - yet with a partner airline. Not understood.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2026
LAX - DCA
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Agent could not provide me a boarding pass for the second leg of my flights - yet with a partner airline. Not understood.

This was my first trip with Alaska Airlines (round trip DCA to San Diego). Despite a slight delay on the return flight, I feel compelled to post a RAVE review! I cannot praise the airline and the crew enough! Everyone was kind, professional, and courteous, every step of the way- excellent service, snacks, and entertainment! On both legs of the trip I inquired whether there were any free seating upgrades and my request were granted BOTH times! I’ve flown on other airlines where they won’t do that, even when those premium seats are empty. As a customer service professional myself, I can say I left my experience feeling like a valued customer and not just a number. I NEVER expected to praise an airline lol I’ll definitely go out of my way to fly with Alaska on future trips. Thank you for such an awesome experience!

The flights were all late and they would not refund my money

Comfort level was below par. Food selection was non-existent. Paying $35 for 1st bag is never appreciated. I will not fly them again. I am actually trying to change my return flight.

I recently traveled with my service animal, and before boarding, a gate agent kindly arranged for me to have an empty seat next to me to give my dog more space. However, once on board, a male crew member spoke to me in a rude and loud tone, insisting my dog stay on the floor or my lap—even after I explained what the gate agent had approved. His tone and behavior were unprofessional and made me feel uncomfortable in front of other passengers. I understand and respect airline policies, but I would appreciate if this could be reviewed to ensure better awareness and sensitivity toward passengers traveling with service animals. Thank you for your understanding.

Staff were great but we were delayed on the tarmac for over an hour.

Comfortable seat, a little delay, very informative. Love Wi-Fi

late take off - which they blamed on ATC 1000 times. Fake news that there was no room overhead for carry-ons. Seat space was so tiny I could barely drink my coffee. Cabin was freezing cold. Seat was hard. Zero in-flight entertainment. Only good thing was we arrived on time. Not a good experience!

My seat was broken and there was tape over the light/call buttons...but overall things were smooth

Smooth boarding, smooth flight. Crew was good. I can't believe 5 hours went by so quickly!

Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

Sacrament staff are always polite and helpful. Airport is easy to maneuver and boarding is straightforward.

Southwest is Southwest. No frills. If you're luck enough to get a happy crew (we did), then it makes for a nicer flight.

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

Great flight staff. Ease of boarding. Overall, very uneventful and easy trip.

The flight was delayed about 20 minutes, but this was an evening flight, so it comes as no surprise. This flight came a good 1.5 days ahead of hurricane Helene which was still far out in the gulf. However, the flight never removed the seated buckle light. The staff announced from the beginning that due to the bad weather (I suppose the hurricane a day and a half away) they would have to do an abbreviated service with water and a snack. I am fine with their water and snack offering, but this was one of the smoothest flights I've had in years. If Southwest believes a flight like this requires everyone to remain seated, then all of their flights should remain buckled for the entire flight. I cannot help but wonder if things like this are a sneaky way to cut back on expenses since the airline is currently under a lot of pressure to reduce costs.

Flight was ok. Boarding wasn’t fun. Flights were delayed by 12 minutes on each leg.

Terrible. Plane was at gate for 30 minutes before boarding. Boarding took 30 min. Then the co pilot announces that the plane has the minimal amount of fuel it needed. So we waited at the gate on board without air conditioning for 42 minutes while the plane took on additional fuel. My question to Southwest Airlines. Why didn’t you add the fuel to the plane before you allowed boarding to a plane without air conditioning in 102 degree heat.

Although the flight was delayed, but the crew was amazing. They did the best they could to make the time enjoyable.

My experience was find with Southwest. The only issue I have is...at the exact time for me to check in...I don't understand how I always end up in C.

Checkin was good, fllight ws good. Onlly complaint is lack of foot on 6 hour flight from Seattle to Boston. Snacks were flimsy - chips and cookies. could have offered something more substantial for such a long flight. I know you can buy food in airport but for the price you pay for a ticket, they should step up for the passengers.

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

The flight was smooth, the crew was great but the plane was quite old

I took seat 15A in anticipation of window seat, there is no window.

Flight was warm for first few hours and quite rough

It was nt delta. It was aeromexo. Service was awful. They served a very small drink and NO snack for a 3hr and 35min flight. Then for the first 30 min of the flight is was talk and talk over head interruption the movie/ show i picked to watch.

Flight was delayed several times. At one point, they "pulled back" 15 minutes from the delayed boarding and sent a text saying we would board sooner than previously advised. The flight then was delayed again. And when we boarded, there was an unspecified technical issue which had us waiting in the plane for about an hour.

There was a security issue at the airport and we were unable to land. We circled endlessly and then landed at another airfield for fuel. We then circled the airport again, almost landed but didn’t fully touch down before circling again. I am thankful to the crew for keeping us safe- the issue was the airline and staff at the airport getting us seats on our connecting flights. That part was hours of searching for someone and getting in double my steps.

The Dekta Rep that checked us in was great. She's very personable, pleasant, and can tell she enjoys her job.

Horrible. Grateful to be alive but spent 13 hours at airport only to return back to my familys house and flight changed to next day. They tried to fix a part on plane, had no back up plane and after 10 hours , reattempted the flight and it STILL wasn't fixed. We got a meal voucher and rescheduled flight but there should be some other compensation for the 15 hours spent in airport

I had a cancelled flight because of technical issues going to my destination, and a delayed flight coming home. All told it wasn’t a total bust.

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

We were delayed for about an hour from taking off due to traffic control procedures at the destination airport. But once in the air, the flight went well. The crew members were great and provided cabin service despite moderate turbulence during much of the flight.

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

Very thoughtful flight attendant offered me water immediately since I had run to make my connection.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

Plane left & arrived early- 5 Crew great. Wi fi - paid for 2, only 1 worked - so so. Waste of $. Coolie was good

Luggage management is poor, my missing luggage is still lingering.

The entertainment wasn’t playing in the app or online.

Lost luggage again. Our second trip to Mykonos, and 2nd time no luggage.

Hydraulic leak caused the flight to be cancelled. Auto system scheduled us on a 3 am flight. Wevhsedvrebook on the app and hit schedules later in the afternoon. Our luggage per gate and ticket agent would be rescanned and put in our new flight. Did not happen. Our luggage stayed in hsv. Baggage claim in wash dc unable to help. We filed a claim. Several emails about our luggage were in conflict with one another. Called as baggage and was on hold 30 minutes. Oscar said one of 2 was out fir delivery then cancelled. About 45 minutes later both pieces were delivered. Their system is suspect

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

It was great. Smooth flight, comfortable, left on time and landed on time.

Horrible experience upon landing. Probably more due to DCA utter incompetence than AA.

Easy boarding. Rows are smaller but that may be an older and bigger me now :)

Flight has been delayed every time I've ever taken it. Seats uncomfortable. Children behind me yelling the entire flight. Some of this is out of their control but overall just consistently not a great experience.

Poor communication ahead of time about flight delays and old planes/other equipment.

Never going to fly your airline again if it can be avoided.

Not to have gotten delayed by 2+ hours for the fourth straight American flight. They're the worst.

Horrible. Both legs of my flight were delayed more than 6 hours. No compensation, no screens on the plane, and the plane was not clean.

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