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Today’s best flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Seattle

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Washington, D.C. to Seattle

September 16 - September 24

Cheapest

BWI - Seattle

$274

$226

Round trip

September 5 - September 10

Cheapest

BWI - Seattle

$287

$226

Round trip

September 15 - September 22

Cheapest

BWI - Seattle

$285

$226

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September 10 - September 15

Cheapest

BWI - Seattle

$288

$226

Round trip

October 1 - October 5

Cheapest
Best

BWI - Seattle

$436

$226

Round trip

August 22 - August 29

BWI - Seattle

$304

$227

Round trip

August 20 - August 25

Earliest

BWI - Seattle

$313

$227

Round trip

September 23 - September 30

BWI - Seattle

$297

$227

Round trip

September 17 - September 23

BWI - Seattle

$287

$227

Round trip

August 25 - August 26

BWI - Seattle

$317

$228

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle

A typical flight from Washington, D.C. to Seattle costs $295–$831, with a median of $529. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings can arise frequently.
When looking for cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle, the data indicates that April is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $192. Following closely are January, with a median of $224, and February, where the median fare is $244. These months present the best opportunities for lower prices on this route.
A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Seattle takes approximately 15h 30m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, travelers should factor in this total travel time when planning their trip.
The route from Washington, D.C. to Seattle covers a distance of 3748 km. This classifies it as a medium-haul flight, meaning it is a significant distance that typically involves several hours in the air, often with connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Seattle

Regular price: $235 - $360

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle typically range from $235 to $360. The current lowest deal is $226 with American Airlines, for travel from Sep 16 to Sep 24.

now $226

Low $235

High $360

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Seattle

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle are cheapest in April, with a median price of $192. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $816. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $192

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $816

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Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle

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Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Seattle

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Seattle

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$333

$246

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Seattle

American Airlines

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Seattle (SEA)

American Airlines

$303

$242

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Seattle

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$330

$246

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Seattle

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$317

$246

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Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Seattle

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$310

$247

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Seattle

Frontier Airlines

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$328

$246

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$535  →  $315

41%

4 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 5

$436  →  $226

48%

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

$538  →  $334

38%

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

$538  →  $354

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Seattle

Washington, D.C. - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Seattle are above the typical level, with a median price of $529.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Seattle, with a median price of $192.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight duration is 15h 30m.

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle typically take 15h 30m, with 38.2% being direct.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant, with 38.2% of deals being direct and 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers a recent deal for $226.

A recent deal from Washington, D.C. to Seattle was found on American Airlines for $226.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, over 1 per day.

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle appear frequently, with over 1 per day.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Baltimore–Washington International offers flights to Seattle, providing a budget-friendly option for your journey.

📍 ~45 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$226

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient choice for flights to Seattle from the Washington, D.C. area.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$245

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Washington Dulles International provides another option for travelers flying from Washington, D.C. to Seattle.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$234

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights to Seattle from Washington, D.C.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle (reachable by car, public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$226

Boeing Field (BFI)

Boeing Field offers an alternative arrival point for travelers flying to Seattle from Washington, D.C.

📍 ~10 km from Seattle (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$724

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base (LKE)

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

📍 ~3 km from Seattle (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1045

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett offers a streamlined terminal experience and shorter security wait times for Seattle's North-end residents.

📍 ~33 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$347

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International is a major hub that often provides competitive fares for domestic and international long-haul flights.

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

💸 Flights from ~$194

Vancouver International (YVR)

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

📍 ~200 km from Seattle (reachable by car, requires border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$289

Bellingham International (BLI)

Bellingham International is a primary low-cost carrier airport, often featuring budget-friendly fares with easier processing.

📍 ~145 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$218

Abbotsford International (YXX)

Abbotsford International can be an alternative low-cost gateway for Canadian domestic connections, occasionally offering cheaper flights.

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

💸 Flights from ~$370

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Historically, the best prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Seattle are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $604. Booking within 14-27 days of departure typically sees an average price of $925. For those booking very last minute, within 0-6 days of departure, the average price rises to $1106. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Seattle is considered to be $295 or less. The median price for this route was $529. Prices typically range, with 75% of prices being $831 or less. Therefore, if you find a flight at or below $295, it represents a strong value.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Washington, D.C. to Seattle are April, January, and February. April typically sees a median price of $192, while January's median price is $224. February also offers competitive pricing with a median of $244. These months are generally more affordable compared to the annual median price of $529 for this route.