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Flight Duration: San Francisco to Washington
5h 04m
Average direct flight time
3,883 km · 2,413 mi
About the flight time
The typical flight from San Francisco to Washington takes approximately 5h 04m. Actual flight time may vary depending on wind conditions, routing, and the specific airports used.
The route covers 3,883 km (2,413 miles).
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Nearby airports
Near San Francisco
- San Carlos Airport (SQL)16 km
- Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)18 km
- Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)49 km
Near Washington
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)38 km
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshal Airport (BWI)73 km
- Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field (HGR)88 km
Frequently Asked Questions
The average direct flight from San Francisco to Washington takes approximately 5h 04m. Actual time may vary based on wind conditions and routing.