How many flights from Raleigh to Seattle are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 22% of flights from Raleigh to Seattle were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve connections.

How many hours is the flight from Raleigh to Seattle?

A direct flight from Raleigh to Seattle typically takes about 5 hours and 54 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 9 hours and 40 minutes. The direct distance covered between the two cities is 3780 kilometers.

How often do Raleigh to Seattle flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Raleigh to Seattle route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. Monitoring prices can be beneficial for securing a more favorable fare.

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Raleigh to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Seattle

Flights from Raleigh to Seattle typically range from $407–$854, with a median fare of $584. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Raleigh to Seattle are below the typical level, indicating a potentially favorable time to book. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, suggesting that while current prices are lower, they may not be exceptional deals.

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, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Most itineraries from Raleigh to Seattle connect at least once, with only 22% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should generally expect to make at least one stop on their journey.

A typical journey from Raleigh to Seattle takes approximately 5h 54m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, as direct flights are less common on this route. Travelers should factor in this total travel time when planning their trip.

The route from Raleigh to Seattle covers a distance of 3780 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves a substantial amount of time in the air, often requiring connecting flights to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Seattle

Regular price: $228 - $371

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

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to Seattle is typically between $228 and $371. The current lowest deal is $235 with Deutsche Luft Hansa for travel from Jan 20-Jan 25.

now $235

Low $228

High $371

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to SEA is November, with a median price of $317. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $972. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $317

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $972

Jan

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Mar

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May

Jun

Jul

Aug

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Oct

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Dec

Direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle

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$489

$431

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Fri, Sep 18

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$471

$405

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

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$297

$339

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Fri, Oct 2

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$310

$246

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

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$272

$290

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

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Frontier Airlines

$312

$342

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$457 → $329

28%

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

$458 → $345

25%

4 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 8

$458 → $345

25%

6 nights

Mar 1 - Mar 7

$342 → $245

28%

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Raleigh - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from RDU to SEA are below the typical level, with a median of $584.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, April, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 54m

Direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle typically take 5h 54m; connecting flights average 25h 28m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 78% of recent bookings, with 2 stopovers being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights on the Raleigh to Seattle route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from Raleigh to Seattle appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

Raleigh–Durham International Airport is a good option for flights from Raleigh to Seattle.

📍 ~17 km from Raleigh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$353

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International is a key arrival airport for flights from Raleigh, offering a balance of convenience and value.

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

💸 Flights from ~$312

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett (PAE) is the closest alternative within the Seattle metropolitan area, offering less congestion than SEA.

📍 ~40 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$379

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Raleigh to Seattle is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was approximately $336. Booking 7-13 days out saw a significantly higher average price of $1066. Even booking 60+ days in advance resulted in a higher average price of $510, suggesting that waiting until the sweet spot can lead to better value.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Raleigh to Seattle is considered to be $407 or less. The median price for this route was $584. Prices can range, with 75% of observed prices being $854 or less. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices around the $407 mark.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Seattle, with a median price of $185. April and May also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $285 and $287 respectively. The annual median price for this route was $584, indicating that these months represent significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Raleigh to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Seattle

Regular price: $228 - $371

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

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to Seattle is typically between $228 and $371. The current lowest deal is $235 with Deutsche Luft Hansa for travel from Jan 20-Jan 25.

now $235

Low $228

High $371

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to SEA is November, with a median price of $317. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $972. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $317

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $972

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Seattle

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$489

$431

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$471

$405

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$297

$339

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$310

$246

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$272

$290

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Seattle

Raleigh (RDU) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$312

$342

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$457 → $329

28%

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

$458 → $345

25%

4 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 8

$458 → $345

25%

6 nights

Mar 1 - Mar 7

$342 → $245

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Seattle

Raleigh - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from RDU to SEA are below the typical level, with a median of $584.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, April, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 54m

Direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle typically take 5h 54m; connecting flights average 25h 28m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 78% of recent bookings, with 2 stopovers being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights on the Raleigh to Seattle route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from Raleigh to Seattle appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

Raleigh–Durham International Airport is a good option for flights from Raleigh to Seattle.

📍 ~17 km from Raleigh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$353

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International is a key arrival airport for flights from Raleigh, offering a balance of convenience and value.

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

💸 Flights from ~$312

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett (PAE) is the closest alternative within the Seattle metropolitan area, offering less congestion than SEA.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Seattle

Today’s best flight deals from Raleigh to Seattle

Raleigh to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Seattle

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Seattle

Direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Seattle

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

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Seattle

Raleigh - Seattle route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 5h 54m

Connecting flights are more common

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently on this route

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

Best Elite deals to Seattle

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Seattle?

How much should a flight from Raleigh to Seattle cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Seattle?

How many flights from Raleigh to Seattle are non-stop?

How many hours is the flight from Raleigh to Seattle?

How often do Raleigh to Seattle flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Raleigh

Flights to Seattle from other cities

Raleigh to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Seattle

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Seattle

Direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Seattle

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

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Seattle

Raleigh - Seattle route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 5h 54m

Connecting flights are more common

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently on this route

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

Best Elite deals to Seattle

Nov 19

Nov 03

Nov 07

Nov 07

Nov 07

Nov 03

Nov 02

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Nov 10

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Seattle?

How much should a flight from Raleigh to Seattle cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Seattle?