Traveling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport takes an average of 4 hours 59 minutes. The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which makes it 3 hours ahead of Sacramento.
Each week, there are 10 flights from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, go for the 07:19 United Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from SMF to IAD is 22:50 with United Airlines.
Flying during a peak month like August? Popular seasons (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Visiting Washington DC (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with United Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the SMF - IAD route include:
O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
No need to bring your passport or a visa for travel within United States. You will need a valid identity document however, such as a driver's license or ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked cheap ticket from SMF to IAD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is C$208. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$400. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from SMF to IAD.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Use filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 24 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, take a look at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a quick drive from SMF.
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Book a hotel close to IAD if you're catching a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 51 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours and 26 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Washington DC in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from SMF to IAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
As soon as you've locked in your flights from SMF to IAD, you'll want to find a hotel in Washington DC. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are popular attractions which should be on every Washington DC itinerary.
Look at flying in or out of Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). This domestic airport is another great option for traveling to or from Washington DC.
Complete your Washington DC trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Washington Dulles International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Washington DC trip.
