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Cheapest round-trip
$363
Typical prices: $349-$546
Frontier
Tue 10/23Sat 10/27
SMF - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$164
Typical prices: $184-$331
Frontier
Tue 11/27
SMF - DCA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 24% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kansas City (MCI)
Cheapest • Avg $205 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 7h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Reagan-National (SMF-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Reagan-National

Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:52 am - 4:56 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
26h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 pm - 11:04 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$363Frontier
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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12:25 pm - 12:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
21h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 pm - 11:30 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$364Frontier
Fri, Oct 23 - Wed, Oct 28
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11:05 pm - 9:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
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4:40 pm - 9:20 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$369Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 30
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6:50 am - 4:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:00 am - 10:50 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 50m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$369Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 8
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7:00 am - 6:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:45 am - 1:28 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 43m1 stop San Francisco
$374United Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 28
American Airlines Logo
1:38 pm - 11:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:37 am - 8:04 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$374American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 17
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11:16 am - 8:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:58 am - 2:52 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$374American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Jan 6
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9:21 am - 9:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 39m1 stop San Diego
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10:59 am - 6:10 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 11m1 stop San Diego
$374Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Jan 5
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9:21 am - 9:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 39m1 stop San Diego
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10:59 am - 7:18 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 19m1 stop San Diego
$374Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
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10:52 am - 9:05 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:05 pm - 10:46 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport typically range from $349 to $546. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $363, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $322 round-trip.
•July ($531) and June ($526) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$164
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 14% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-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.
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Your Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 00m, covering 2,374 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $349 to $546, with an average of $424 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $424 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $363 to $3,140. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $182, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $390 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $513, a difference of $123.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 05m, compared with 7h 09m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 7h 19m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $390, about $123 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $322 round-trip in that month - typically $209 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

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