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Flying Time4 h and 55 mWhen flying from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C., this can take around 4 h and 55 m in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors

Cheapest flight$102The best price for flights from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C. offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days

Departure AirportSeattle All Airports Seattle All Airports is where you'll take off when flying from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C.

Arrival AirportR Reagan National You'll land at R Reagan National when flying from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C.

Peak seasonJulyJuly is the busiest time to fly from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C. according to search data results from our customers

Airlines operating this routeAlaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American AirlinesAirline(s) that fly from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C.

Best time to bookJuneJune is one of the most frequent times to fly to Washington, D.C. from Seattle, WA according to real data from our customers

Distance: 2322 miles

Seattle, WA airports

Seattle All Airports (SEA)How far from city center: 11 miles

Washington, D.C. airports

Dulles Intl (IAD)How far from city center: 23 miles

R Reagan National (DCA)How far from city center: 3 miles

How to go to Seattle Airport?

You are taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac). There are several possibilities to get there from downtown Seattle to the airport.By car, you’ll arrive in 15min from downtown when the traffic is clear. You can also go to the airport using public transportation. Count around 40 minutes from Downtown Seattle with the Link Light Rail Train. Some public buses also stop at the airport.

Be sure to plan enough time at the airport. It is recommended to arrive at least 2 hours before your flight. Check eDreams’ app to arrive stress free at the airport already knowing the luggage drop off desk and the gate.To shorten the wait, Sea-Tac airport organizes live concerts every day and built a children’s play area.

Landing in Washington, D.C.

The three closest airports to Washington DC are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 3 miles to city centre, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 23 miles, and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), 28 miles. Once you landed, be sure to check your eDreams’ app to know where to retrieve your luggage.

Land in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

By landing in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, it’ll take approximately 15 minutes to reach Washington downtown.The airport is connected to Washington, DC Metrorail at the Terminal B and C. If you land in Terminal A take an airport shuttle to go to Terminal B or C. Two lines are stopping at the airport. Allowing you to easily reach the city center.If you’d rather go by car, you can take a cab, book a ride app pickup or rent a car.

Land in Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

To reach the city centre from Washington Dulles International Airport, you can take the Silver Line Express that connects the airport to the Metrorail station Wiehle-Reston East. The bus trip is approximately 15 minutes. Then, count 50 minutes more to be in Washington downtown. This is the most economical option. By car, it’ll take about 33 minutes.

Land in Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

In less than an hour by car, you can get to Washington, D.C. from Baltimore / Washington International. There are also several rail and buses options that last one hour fifteen minutes on average.

What to see in Washington, D.C.

The US’ capital city is mostly known for its political institutions gathered in the Capitol Hill neighbourhood. Therefore amongst the must-see, there is:

The White House. Visiting the White House demands some preparations. The tour request must be done through your member of Congress - or your embassy - at least 21 days in advance. Without an authorised tour, you can still see the White House from Pennsylvania Avenue NW at Lafayette Square.
US Capitol. As the House of the legislature, the US Capitol is the place to visit to learn more about the US Congress and its history.
Washington Monument. The obelisk shape tower is one of the landmarks of the city. From the top, admire a 360º view over the city.

Don’t miss out on the city’s museums:

the Newseum, to learn more about the history of international media.
the National Air and Space Museum, popular with family for its educational videos.
the National Museum of American History

Flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

Whether you want to escape from Seattle for a quick family holiday, or maybe a trip with friends to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA for a weekend, or even a business trip to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA, the eDreams flight comparison tool will find you the cheapest flights. Direct flight will last between 5 and 6 hours from Seattle to Washington.

Cheap flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. Arlington County

The eDreams flight’s search engine will provide you with the cheapest options available while you book your flight, once you select your flight dates, number of passengers and other details, our search results will show you the best options.

If you are flexible when it comes to dates, we also help you find the cheapest day to go to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA. Besides, if it's a last-minute trip, we help you find the flight from Seattle that best suits your travel needs.

eDreams US will give you all your flight details Seattle - Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA before departure, even more closely if you have the eDreams APP. You can continue your reservation by indicating the dates you wish to travel and even add a hotel or car rental. By doing this, you will get exclusive promotions.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C.

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United States. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C., how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C. is $103. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular months to book a trip from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C. are June, May and August, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C.?

The best time of the year to visit Washington, D.C. depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, July is the best month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Seattle, WA in terms of searches from our customers, followed by August and June. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds September, March and January are the months with fewer searches for Seattle, WA - Washington, D.C..

How long does the flight from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C. take?

Flight length from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C. is around 04:55 hours on average, at an average distance of 3,701 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Washington, D.C. compared to Seattle, WA?

While in Seattle, WA the temperatures can reach an average of 31.31 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Washington, D.C.'s temperatures can go up to 33.72 ºC during the hot season, with 12 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -10.8 ºC in Washington, D.C., compared to the -3.71 ºC average degrees reported in Seattle, WA. During the winter period, Seattle, WA can register 12 mm precipitation, while Washington, D.C. have an average of 14.67 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Seattle, WA and Washington, D.C.?

The main route from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C. is: Seattle All Airports (SEA) to R Reagan National (DCA). The following airlines fly this route:

Frontier Airlines.

Alaska Airlines.

Alternatively, you can find Seattle, WA - Washington, D.C. flights between Seattle All Airports (SEA) to Dulles Intl (IAD) with the following airline(s) flying the route: Alaska Airlines.

Frontier Airlines.

Sun Country Airlines.

Which airlines fly from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C.?

The airlines that fly non-stop from Seattle, WA to Washington, D.C. are:

Alaska Airlines.
United Airlines.

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