Direct flights from Sacramento to Washington
7 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from SMF to IAD.
Flight time: about 4h42m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Sacramento local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| United UAL1742 | 8:13a | 4h42m | Fri |
| United UAL1742 | 8:19a | 4h36m | Wed, Thu, Sat |
| United UAL1742 | 8:29a | 5h18m | Tue |
| United UAL1742 | 8:45a | 4h46m | Mon |
| United UAL1742 | 9:18a | 4h20m | Sun |
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The route
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Nonstop from Sacramento (SMF) to Washington (IAD)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has 7 nonstop flights a week to Washington (IAD), operated by United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of SMF and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Sacramento to Washington?
The nonstop flight from Sacramento (SMF) to Washington (IAD) takes about 4h42m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Sacramento to Washington?
Driving from Sacramento to Washington takes about 40h 14m behind the wheel — roughly 2,719 miles, or about 4 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 4h42m.