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

Across the trailing quarter, 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 a significant portion of travelers on this route will typically have at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Raleigh to Seattle?

A direct flight from Raleigh to Seattle typically takes 5 hours and 54 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 9 hours and 40 minutes. The direct route covers a distance of 3780 kilometers, making it a substantial cross-country journey.

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 over time 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 cover a distance of 3780 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Raleigh to Seattle, fares typically range from $407–$854, with a median of $584. Right now, fares are below the typical level.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Seattle? The most affordable month to fly is January, with a median fare of $185. Other budget-friendly options include April, where the median fare is $285, and May, with a median of $287.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, with most itineraries connecting at least once. Only 22% of recent fares were for direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle. When a connection is involved, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Raleigh to Seattle? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 5h 54m. For itineraries with connections, the median travel time is significantly longer, at 25h 28m, while non-stop flights have a median duration of 5h 54m.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Seattle

Regular price: $253 - $542

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 $253 and $542. The current lowest deal is $230 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 14-Aug 25.

now $230

Low $253

High $542

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.

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Flights from $317

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Direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle

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

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

$356 → $255

28%

3 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 21

$352 → $252

28%

4 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 27

$461 → $365

21%

7 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 26

$330 → $251

24%

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 deals around $230.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from RDU to SEA, with a median price of $317.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 54m

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

✈️ Airlines & availability

22% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 22% of flights from RDU to SEA are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights from Raleigh to Seattle in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from RDU to SEA are frequent, with many options appearing within 30 days.

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

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett is a closer alternative for travelers to North Seattle or Snohomish County, with less congestion than SEA.

📍 ~40 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$343

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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 $336. Booking 7-13 days out saw a significantly higher average price of $1066. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance had an average price of $510, while 28-59 days out averaged $837.

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 above $854 were observed in the higher quartile of fares.

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 offer substantial savings.

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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: $253 - $542

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 $253 and $542. The current lowest deal is $230 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 14-Aug 25.

now $230

Low $253

High $542

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

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