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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose International Airport to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £184. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..£85 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.
Washington D.C..£92 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £92, select.
Washington D.C..£97 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £97, select.
Washington D.C..£97 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Jose International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £97, select.
Washington D.C..£97 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £97, select.
Washington D.C..£97 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £97, select.
Washington D.C..£97 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £97, select.
Washington D.C..£119 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £119, select.
Washington D.C..£119 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £119, select.
Washington D.C..£119 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £119, select.
Washington D.C..£132 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £132, select.
Washington D.C..£143 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £143, select.
Washington D.C..£169 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £169, select.
Washington D.C..£181 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £181, select.
Washington D.C..£216 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £216, select.
Washington D.C..£231 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £231, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose International to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from £97
Jun
from £85
Jul
from £92
Aug
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Direct flights from San Jose International to Washington D.C.

Alternative San Jose International to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Jose International to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington Ronald Reagan

3 miles from central Washington D.C.
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from £97
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Camp Springs Andrews AFB

11 miles from central Washington D.C.
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Washington Dulles

23 miles from central Washington D.C.
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Baltimore Washington International

27 miles from central Washington D.C.
from £111
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Manassas

29 miles from central Washington D.C.
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San Jose to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£85
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time4 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from San Jose International to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose International to Washington D.C. is £184. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose International to Washington D.C..
Southwest Airlines flies direct from San Jose International to Washington D.C..
As of May 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from San Jose International to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Washington D.C. is usually June.
If you're flying from San Jose International Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 22.7 miles away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from £184.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose International Airport to Washington D.C. on Thursday, 25 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 59 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Washington DC is three hours ahead of San Jose, where Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is located. Washington DC follows the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is the most popular route, with three departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SJC to BWI is with Southwest Airlines at 20:55. Choose the first departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 20:55 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SJC to Washington DC flight.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Begin your trip at SJC and fly straight to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC tickets.

  • Keep an eye out for deals with Southwest Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC.

  • Travelling from central San Jose to SJC takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 miles in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near SJC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 84.69% of flights leaving Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from SJC.

  • The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Washington DC

  • £85 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £184. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To secure cheap flights from SJC to Washington DC, book your journey one month before your departure.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SJC to Washington DC by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 5 miles. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DCA:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and discover more of Washington DC and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from SJC to Washington DC.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • After your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 35 miles from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to rest your head close to IAD. Kick back and get cosy after your SJC to Washington DC flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt make collecting a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from IAD one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is about 30 miles from the centre of Washington DC. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC.

  • Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel near BWI. Settle in at one of these options after your SJC to Washington DC flight:

  • Whether you're after a mini for a solo getaway or an SUV to transport your group, you'll find the right Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the types of wheels available from suppliers such as Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • About two weeks ahead of your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC is the ideal time to book your vehicle from BWI. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Washington DC in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Washington DC plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJC to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 200 miles north-east to New York to tick off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States and is around 120 miles north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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