San Francisco from Washington, DC, Nov 27–Dec 2: round trip from $418
When we checked, round-trip flights from Washington, DC to San Francisco were $418 per person ($836 for two) for Nov 27–Dec 2, 2026, which is 5 nights. That fare is on Frontier with one stop, not nonstop. Expect overcast days with highs of 57–59°F, and the best-value hotel is $150 a night.
The flight
$418 per person, round trip
$836 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 14h 40m
Out Fri, Nov 27, 7:00 AM – Fri, Nov 27, 6:40 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $418 | 1 stop | 14h 40m |
| United | $607 | nonstop | 6h 12m |
| Frontier | $458 | 2 stops | 26h 22m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 7:52 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $836 |
| Kensington Park Hotel, 5 nights | $751 |
| Trip total for two | $1,587 |
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Why go now
The fare is $418 per person round trip, or $836 for two, all-in on Frontier when we checked. The median of our earlier checks on this route is $424, so this is $6 lower, about 1%. That makes it a fair price, not a steal. The trade-off is time. The flight leaves DCA at 7:00 AM on Friday, Nov 27, makes one stop and lands at SFO at 6:40 PM, for a total of 14h 40m. If you'd rather fly nonstop, United had a 6h 12m flight for $607 per person. In late November, San Francisco is cool and gray, with typical highs of 57–59°F and lows near 46°F. Pack a jacket and plan around food, cable cars and the Golden Gate Bridge. With five nights, there's room for a day at Muir Woods too.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city and food vacation with some nature on the side. Mornings can go to dim sum in Chinatown or a ride over Nob Hill, and afternoons to redwoods or the bay. It suits couples who like to walk and eat well, or a pair of friends who don't mind hills and a cool breeze. Five nights lets you take it slow, with one big outing a day and long dinners after.
Weather in San Francisco, Nov 27–Dec 2
Typical highs 57–59°F, lows near 46°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 27 | 59 °F | 45 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Nov 28 | 58 °F | 46 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 29 | 57 °F | 46 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 30 | 57 °F | 45 °F | Overcast |
| Tue, Dec 1 | 58 °F | 47 °F | Overcast |
| Wed, Dec 2 | 58 °F | 47 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in San Francisco
The best value is Kensington Park Hotel in Union Square. It's $751 for the 5 nights ($150 a night) for a Deluxe King Room and scores 8.2 from 2,845 reviews. Union Square puts cable cars and shopping at your door. The budget pick on our list is Holiday Inn San Francisco - Golden Gateway newly renovated with No Resort Fee in Nob Hill. It's $816 for the stay ($163 a night) and scores 8.4 from 4,161 reviews. The top-rated option is Marriott Vacation Club, San Francisco at Fisherman's Wharf. It's $1,418 in total ($284 a night) for a larger room with two queens and an urban view, and it scores 8.6 from 1,345 reviews. It's close to the Alcatraz ferries and the Italian cafes of North Beach. All three are room only with free cancellation.
Kensington Park Hotel
$751 for 5 nights, two guests · $150 a night
See roomsMarriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
$1,418 for 5 nights, two guests · $284 a night
See roomsHoliday Inn San Francisco - Golden Gateway newly renovated with No Resort Fee
$816 for 5 nights, two guests · $163 a night
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Where in San Francisco
- Union Square: Central hotels with cable cars and shopping at the door.
- Fisherman's Wharf / North Beach: Waterfront, Alcatraz ferries and Italian cafes.
- Nob Hill: Grand historic hotels with bay views.
- The Mission: Murals, taquerias and the sunniest weather in town.
- Marina / Cow Hollow: Boutique inns near the Golden Gate and Crissy Field.
What to do in San Francisco
- Walk or bike across the Golden Gate Bridge, then keep going to Sausalito
- Take the ferry out to Alcatraz from the Fisherman's Wharf side of town
- Ride a cable car over Nob Hill for the bay views
- Eat dim sum in Chinatown one day and burritos in the Mission the next
- See the redwoods at Muir Woods on a day trip
- Watch the sea lions at Pier 39
Also worth it
- Take the ferry to Alcatraz
Tours and tickets in San Francisco
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Washington, DC | Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA), Washington Dulles International (IAD), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall (BWI) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Francisco | San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland International (OAK), San José Mineta International (SJC) |
| Flight time | 14h 40m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 2,435 miles each way |
| Time difference | -3 hours |
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What 5 nights in San Francisco costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $836 |
| Hotel, 5 nights (Kensington Park Hotel) | $751 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 5 days for two | $1,900 |
| Total for two | $3,487 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a luxury destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Washington, DC to San Francisco
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $418 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $310 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $424 |
| Price checks | 6 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- You don't need a passport for this domestic trip, and the currency is the US dollar.
- San Francisco is 3 hours behind Washington, DC.
- The $418 Frontier fare has one stop and takes 14h 40m outbound. United had a nonstop for $607 per person.
- All three hotels are room only, with free cancellation.
- Prices include taxes and fees as we found them on Oct 12, 2026, and they can change before you book.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
When we checked, it was $418 per person round trip, or $836 for two, on Frontier with one stop. It leaves DCA at 7:00 AM on Nov 27 and lands at SFO at 6:40 PM. Taxes and fees are included.
Is there a nonstop option?
Yes. United had a nonstop leaving at 7:45 AM and landing at 10:57 AM, which takes 6h 12m, for $607 per person or $1,214 for two.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, so you'll pay in US dollars, and the only adjustment is the 3-hour time difference.
What is the weather like?
Expect overcast days, with typical highs of 57–59°F and lows of 45–47°F for these dates. Bring layers and a jacket.
What does the whole trip cost for two?
Our estimate is $3,487 for two. That's $836 for flights, $751 for 5 nights at Kensington Park Hotel and $1,900 for spending, which works out to $190 per person a day.
Is 5 nights enough?
Yes, for the city plus a day trip. You can fit in the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, the cable cars, Chinatown and the Mission, and still have a day for Muir Woods.
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