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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.:

• Earliest: departs at 8:00 am and lands at 12:58 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:35 pm and lands at 4:33 am.

The flight takes about 4h 58m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 58m, covering 2,373 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. range from $367 to $584, with an average of $455 over the past 12 months. Anything below $367 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $455 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $367 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $476 for nonstop.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $374 to $3,464. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Sacramento to Washington, D.C. route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $135, which is 51% below the typical average for this route.

Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

• Sixt
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo

Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Sixt
• Thrifty

Flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 24% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Sacramento to Washington, D.C.. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $425 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $572, a difference of $147.

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

Only United Airlines operates flights between Sacramento and Washington, D.C..

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 10m, compared with 7h 29m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 40m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

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

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

Among airlines operating Sacramento to Washington, D.C. flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

While waiting for your flight at SMF, you can unwind at one of two highly rated Escape Lounges. The lounges, located in Terminal A just before Gate 10 and Terminal B just after the security checkpoint, have comfortable seats, a TV, free Wi-Fi, clean restrooms, and excellent food bars. These lounges can be accessed by paying at the door regardless of flight class or airline.

DCA has several designated pet relief areas if you are traveling with a four-legged companion. The relief zones are located in Terminal A next to Door 5, Terminal B just after the South Metrorail Station entrance and Terminal C directly across from the North Metrorail entrance. These pet relief zones are only open during airport hours.

The Information desk at SMF is located on the 1st floor of Terminal B near the Baggage Claim area. Be sure to find any assistance you need at the airport at this information desk, as it is manned by well-trained professionals. In addition, volunteers are stationed throughout the airport to assist anyone who becomes stranded.

DCA does have a USO military lounge. The lounge is located in Terminal A opposite Lost and Found and is exclusively open to serving members of the US military and their dependents. The lounge features free snacks, a seating area, Wi-Fi, a TV, and free magazines.