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Today’s best flight deals from Raleigh to Seattle

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September 15 - September 23

Cheapest

RDU - Seattle

$285

$223

Round trip

September 8 - September 15

Cheapest

RDU - Seattle

$291

$223

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September 22 - September 29

Cheapest

RDU - Seattle

$305

$223

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September 23 - September 30

Cheapest

RDU - Seattle

$308

$223

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August 18 - August 25

Best
Earliest

RDU - Seattle

$323

$224

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August 19 - August 25

Best

RDU - Seattle

$325

$228

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August 29 - August 31

RDU - Seattle

$338

$240

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August 18 - August 22

Earliest

RDU - Seattle

$338

$240

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September 15 - September 21

RDU - Seattle

$295

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August 22 - September 2

RDU - Seattle

$303

$251

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Insights for flights from Raleigh to Seattle

Fares for flights from Raleigh to Seattle typically range from $317–$857, with a median price of $605. Right now, prices are above the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Raleigh to Seattle may require some flexibility.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Seattle, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $185. Following closely are April and May, with median fares of $285 and $287 respectively. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.
A typical journey from Raleigh to Seattle takes approximately 16h 28m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a direct flight share of 34.1%, travelers should factor in the additional time for layovers.
The route from Raleigh to Seattle covers a distance of 3780 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. This distance means that while some direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle are available, a significant portion of travelers will experience itineraries with connections.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Seattle

Regular price: $243 - $423

Prices for flights from Raleigh to Seattle are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to Seattle is typically between $243 and $423. The current lowest deal is $223 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Sep 15-Sep 23.

now $223

Low $243

High $423

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to SEA is January, with a median price of $185. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $862. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $185

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $862

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Direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle

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Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Seattle

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$304

$310

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$282

$310

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Frontier Airlines

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$309

$274

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$293

$361

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Frontier Airlines

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$309

$315

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Everett

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Raleigh (RDU) - Everett (PAE)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$448

$402

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Raleigh to Seattle

7 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 25

$323  →  $224

31%

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$338  →  $240

29%

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$338  →  $240

29%

6 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 25

$325  →  $228

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Seattle

Raleigh - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Raleigh to Seattle are above the typical level at $223.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Seattle, with a median price of $185.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 16h 28m.

The median flight duration from Raleigh to Seattle is 16 hours and 28 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Only 34.1% of deals are direct, with connecting flights having a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers direct flights.

Deutsche Luft Hansa is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Raleigh to Seattle appear frequently, at about 1.03 deals per day.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU) is a convenient departure point for flights from Raleigh to Seattle.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights from Raleigh to Seattle.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Boeing Field (BFI)

Boeing Field offers an alternative arrival option for travelers flying from Raleigh to Seattle.

📍 ~8 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$765

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base (LKE)

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base provides a unique arrival experience for flights from Raleigh to Seattle.

📍 ~3 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$884

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett offers a convenient alternative for North Seattle residents with shorter security wait times.

📍 ~40 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$363

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International is a major hub offering a comprehensive route network and competitive long-haul flight prices.

📍 ~230 km from Seattle (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$214

Vancouver International (YVR)

Vancouver International is a major international gateway with extensive flight options, potentially offering lower international fares.

📍 ~230 km from Seattle (reachable by car, requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$389

Bellingham International (BLI)

Bellingham International is a primary low-cost carrier airport for the region, often featuring budget-friendly fares.

📍 ~145 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$377

Abbotsford International (YXX)

Abbotsford International is an alternative low-cost gateway for Canadian domestic connections, with limited US service.

📍 ~160 km from Seattle (reachable by car, requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$392

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Raleigh to Seattle are found when booking 14-27 days in advance, with an average price of $336. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees a significantly higher average price of $1066. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days in advance have an average price of $510, while those booked 28-59 days out average $837.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Raleigh to Seattle is typically around $317 or less. The median price for this route has been $605. Prices can range, with 75% of observed prices being $857 or less over the trailing 90 days.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Seattle, with a median price of $185. April and May also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $285 and $287 respectively. The annual median price for this route is typically around $605, making these months significantly more affordable.