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Cheap flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. from C$ 200

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — WAS
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in September or March, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 398

One-way from

C$ 200

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 551

Good round-trip deal

C$ 397 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 422 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 10/5-13/5
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 05m total
  • Seattle to Washington, D.C.
Delta
  • Delta
  • 11/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 14m total
  • Seattle to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (C$ 56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Sat 10/57:35 a.m.SEA - DCA
Nonstop5h 14mDelta
Tue 13/54:59 p.m.DCA - SEA
Nonstop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 14/4C$ 398
Mon 5/54:24 p.m.SEA - IAD
Nonstop4h 59mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/56:30 a.m.IAD - SEA
Nonstop5h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 398
Wed 21/59:50 p.m.SEA - IAD
Nonstop5h 02mDelta
Tue 27/57:45 a.m.IAD - SEA
Nonstop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 15/4C$ 405
Mon 19/57:00 a.m.SEA - DCA
1 stop11h 05mAlaska Airlines
Wed 21/59:59 a.m.DCA - SEA
1 stop11h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 424
Mon 5/55:35 a.m.SEA - IAD
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Tue 13/55:30 p.m.IAD - SEA
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 14/4C$ 426
Mon 5/59:35 a.m.SEA - DCA
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Fri 9/54:35 p.m.DCA - SEA
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 14/4C$ 433
Sat 24/511:59 p.m.SEA - IAD
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 27/512:50 p.m.IAD - SEA
Nonstop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 441
Fri 9/54:24 p.m.SEA - IAD
Nonstop4h 59mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 11/56:30 a.m.IAD - SEA
Nonstop5h 43mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 460
Fri 9/51:50 p.m.SEA - DCA
Nonstop5h 09mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 21/59:59 a.m.DCA - SEA
1 stop11h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 474
Fri 18/41:56 p.m.SEA - DCA
1 stop19h 08mFrontier
Mon 21/41:03 p.m.DCA - SEA
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Deal found 14/4C$ 492
Thu 15/59:00 a.m.SEA - IAD
1 stop24h 38mSun Country Air
Sun 25/512:49 p.m.IAD - SEA
1 stop22h 25mSun Country Air
Deal found 14/4C$ 513
Fri 26/1210:26 p.m.SEA - DCA
1 stop9h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/14:07 p.m.DCA - SEA
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 538

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Seattle

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - DCA

SEADCA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/5

7:35 a.m.-3:49 p.m.

Nonstop5h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 13/5

4:59 p.m.-7:50 p.m.

Nonstop5h 51m

C$ 398

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - IAD

SEAIAD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 5/5

4:24 p.m.-12:23 a.m.

Nonstop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/5

6:30 a.m.-9:13 a.m.

Nonstop5h 43m

C$ 398

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - IAD

SEAIAD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 21/5

9:50 p.m.-5:52 a.m.

Nonstop5h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 27/5

7:45 a.m.-10:33 a.m.

Nonstop5h 48m

C$ 405

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - DCA

SEADCA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 19/5

7:00 a.m.-9:05 p.m.

1 stop11h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 21/5

9:59 a.m.-6:51 p.m.

1 stop11h 52m

C$ 424

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - IAD

SEAIAD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 5/5

5:35 a.m.-5:55 p.m.

1 stop9h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 13/5

5:30 p.m.-11:50 p.m.

1 stop9h 20m

C$ 426

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - DCA

SEADCA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 5/5

9:35 a.m.-8:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/5

4:35 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

2 stops10h 55m

C$ 433

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - IAD

SEAIAD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 24/5

11:59 p.m.-11:32 a.m.

1 stop8h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 27/5

12:50 p.m.-3:38 p.m.

Nonstop5h 48m

C$ 441

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - IAD

SEAIAD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/5

4:24 p.m.-12:23 a.m.

Nonstop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/5

6:30 a.m.-9:13 a.m.

Nonstop5h 43m

C$ 460

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - DCA

SEADCA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/5

1:50 p.m.-9:59 p.m.

Nonstop5h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 21/5

9:59 a.m.-6:51 p.m.

1 stop11h 52m

C$ 474

SeattleWashington, D.C.

SEA - IAD

SEAIAD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 15/5

9:00 a.m.-12:38 p.m.

1 stop24h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 25/5

12:49 p.m.-8:14 a.m.

1 stop22h 25m

C$ 513

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Seattle with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C. (average of C$ 327). Flying from Seattle to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 411). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEA to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 64% on flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

The most flights from SEA to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Seattle to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. from Seattle/Tacoma Intl; the airport handles an average of 29 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Seattle airport to Washington, D.C.. It is only a 18.4 km journey to Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) from Seattle’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Seattle to Washington, D.C. flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seattle to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 398, Delta will fly you from Seattle to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 398 and C$ 426, respectively. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seattle to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 200. Users have also found prices from C$ 205 and C$ 212 on Sun Country Air and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Seattle, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Alaska Airlines (84%), Air Tahiti Nui (84%), Hawaiian Airlines( 79%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C. (average of C$ 327). Flying from Seattle to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 411). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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