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Cheapest round-trip
$305
Typical prices: $353-$566
American Airlines
Sat 12/1Wed 12/5
SJC - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$153
Typical prices: $164-$318
American Airlines
Fri 11/23
SJC - DCA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose 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
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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August
Cheapest • 19% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Cheapest • Avg $372 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 7h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Reagan-National (SJC-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Reagan-National

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 7:00 amSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:59 pm - 10:59 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
9h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$305American Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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7:10 pm - 7:00 amSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:00 am - 11:06 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
9h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$305American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
10:50 am - 10:55 pmSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 05m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:10 am - 12:55 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
9h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
$305Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:55 am - 11:00 pmSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 05m1 stop Houston Hobby
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4:40 pm - 9:40 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
8h 00m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$305Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
Delta Logo
12:57 pm - 11:48 pmSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 11:31 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
8h 26m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$305Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 5:59 pmSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 39m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:59 pm - 8:39 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
8h 40m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$305Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 26
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 5:17 pmSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:25 am - 12:02 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
8h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$305United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 6:15 pmSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 11:59 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
8h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$305United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:37 am - 9:00 pmSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 23m1 stop San Diego
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9:30 am - 4:19 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
9h 49m1 stop Los Angeles
$374Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 2
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8:03 am - 9:59 pmSJC  San Jose-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:00 am - 5:47 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SJC San Jose
12h 47m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$395Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport typically range from $353 to $566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $305, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 56% higher.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $351 round-trip.
•November ($635) and June ($541) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$153
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

When to book flights from San Jose to Reagan-National

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 00m, covering 2,416 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $353 to $566, with an average of $435 over the past 12 months. Anything below $353 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the $435 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose 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 $305 to $2,318. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $167, which is 28% 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 $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

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

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

    • San Diego (SAN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $371 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $679, a difference of $308.

    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 San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 7h 47m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and 7h 51m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 3 hours ahead of San Jose (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 San Jose 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $371, about $308 less than Sunday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $351 round-trip in that month - typically $284 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

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