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C$ 190 Find Cheap Flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. (SEA-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

Sat, 8 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:55 a.m. - 4:46 p.m.SEA-IAD
4h 51mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
6:11 p.m. - 9:04 p.m.IAD-SEA
5h 53mdirect
C$ 371Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, 20 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
Delta Logo
7:20 a.m. - 3:29 p.m.SEA-DCA
5h 09mdirect
Delta Logo
4:40 p.m. - 7:35 p.m.DCA-SEA
5h 55mdirect
C$ 379Delta
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Wed, 12 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
United Airlines Logo
9:25 a.m. - 9:06 p.m.SEA-IAD
8h 41m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:55 p.m. - 8:54 p.m.IAD-SEA
5h 59mdirect
C$ 387United Airlines
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Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:55 a.m. - 8:29 p.m.SEA-DCA
9h 34m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 a.m. - 10:53 a.m.DCA-SEA
5h 53mdirect
C$ 392Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 22 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:15 p.m. - 4:42 p.m.SEA-IAD
18h 27m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 a.m. - 11:38 a.m.IAD-SEA
5h 38mdirect
C$ 392Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 20 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
JetBlue Logo
9:50 p.m. - 11:37 a.m.SEA-DCA
10h 47m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
3:00 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.DCA-SEA
10h 10m1 stop
C$ 395JetBlue
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Tue, 7 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
United Airlines Logo
10:54 p.m. - 9:21 a.m.SEA-DCA
7h 27m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.DCA-SEA
10h 00m1 stop
C$ 399United Airlines
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Fri, 11 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul
Sun Country Air Logo
11:59 p.m. - 11:43 a.m.SEA-IAD
8h 44m1 stop
Sun Country Air Logo
12:46 p.m. - 10:47 p.m.IAD-SEA
13h 01m1 stop
C$ 403Sun Country Air
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Wed, 6 Aug - Sun, 10 Aug
Sun Country Air Logo
6:40 p.m. - 12:31 p.m.SEA-IAD
14h 51m1 stop
Sun Country Air Logo
11:04 a.m. - 10:50 p.m.IAD-SEA
14h 46m1 stop
C$ 417Sun Country Air
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Tue, 1 Jul - Tue, 8 Jul
JetBlue Logo
9:14 p.m. - 9:46 a.m.SEA-DCA
9h 32m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
3:45 p.m. - 10:04 p.m.DCA-SEA
9h 19m1 stop
C$ 446JetBlue
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Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
United Airlines

Opt for Economy Plus for 15 cm more legroom than standard economy seats.


Purchase Priority Boarding to ensure overhead bin space, placing you in Zone 2.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's 20-minute baggage guarantee offers a discount or 2,500 miles if delayed.


Enjoy free wine tastings in Washington with your boarding pass and Mileage Plan membership.

Airports
SEA

Use the SEA Spot Saver for expedited security screening without a paid program. Book online or via the flySEA app.

Read more about SEAby Harriet Baskas
IAD

The Silver Line Metro connects IAD to downtown D.C. in about 50 minutes, offering a convenient and cost-effective option.

Read more about IADby Stefanie Waldek
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines and SEA

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Seattle to Washington, D.C. flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C..

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C. cost C$ 437 and was between Seattle (SEA) and Baltimore (BWI). On average, the best prices are found if you fly from Seattle (SEA) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). The average price for a return flight for this route is C$ 437.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Seattle to Washington, D.C., you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Seattle, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Wednesdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. is September, where tickets cost C$ 447 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 693 and C$ 625 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 355 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C., you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonApril
Cheapest flightC$ 190
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Seattle to Reagan Washington National Airport

When to book flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Seattle to Washington, D.C. 
SuzetteFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-IADMay 2025
Take a shower before arriving at airport and don't wear perfume at all! Pack bags tight, so boarding is smooth and quick.
DanielFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-IADMay 2025
Seatac has gnarly traffic right now, took 35min to get from highway exit to the terminal

FAQs for booking flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C. was C$ 139 for a one-way ticket and C$ 271 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    On your way to Washington, D.C., you’ll fly out from Seattle/Tacoma Intl. You’ll be landing in one of Washington, D.C.’s 2 airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Seattle to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Seattle to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Seattle and Washington, D.C., with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    There are direct flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C., Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C. are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of C$ 435 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 330 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Seattle is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Seattle with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Seattle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 657 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?

Find which airlines fly direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Washington, D.C.

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,United Airlines

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Top airlines flying from Seattle to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Seattle to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Seattle to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
7.1Food
8.1Boarding
7.1Entertainment
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

We had to take the train to our next gate but had time to eat a meal. When to our next gate and asked employee about gate and got informed that gate had been changed so back on train to next gate. So thankful she was there and informed us of gate change. Because of the issue the boarding was slow but employees were there and busy helping all and keeping it organized.

10.0 ExcellentHelen, Jun 2025SEA - MCI
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We had to take the train to our next gate but had time to eat a meal. When to our next gate and asked employee about gate and got informed that gate had been changed so back on train to next gate. So thankful she was there and informed us of gate change. Because of the issue the boarding was slow but employees were there and busy helping all and keeping it organized.

Very pleasant and the flight felt like it went by quick

All flight entertainment is from your own device and there was an $8 charge to connect. also 1 drink and a small bag of pretzels was all that was given to us. other that that the seats were good and the flight itself was as expected.

It is very bad they do not give you money back

They lost our bag and it took them days to find it. Terrible communication and lots of lies about where it was. Their system hasn’t merged with Hawaiian yet they route people on shared flights with Hawaiian, creating an administrative nightmare.

Major flight delays, it was a 1.5-hour delay. The gate kept changing about 3 times in Seattle. very hectic and chaotic.

More leg room in back seats. Can you require people to smell good on planes? ha ha Staff was great! Plane was comfortable. I enjoyed the movies and TV. Smooth take off and landing.

The only problem was the time delay. Kudos to the counter agent in Seattle. Very helpful and gracious.

This flight was how a flight should be. The flight from Hawaii to Seattle was terrible

Quick and easy check-in. Love how technology has helped speed up the flying process. Smooth flight to a Seattle and back. 10/10

Great service. Flight was delayed while we sat on the runway for a couple of hours. Weather related. Staff made is very bearable. The steward servicing the first class cabin was exceptional. Thank you! 💗

5 hours of delay that could've been much shorter if Delta had taken the 1 hour delay they imposed on the flight before boarding to run any of the plane checks required for flight to find the hydraulic issue that required nearly 3 hours to fix. $24 of meal credit buys a sandwich and a soft drink. Poor communication within the terminal about what gate we'd be re-boarding from and when we'd be re-boarding.

Amazing flight! I have never noticed the uniforms of the attendants before in twenty years of flying except today when one female had the most amazing dress on. It was beautifully designed and showed she was in charge. I never dreamed I would google who designed Delta uniforms . The ultimate compliment is when another woman admires your outfit. . I hope your designer puts it on the market

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

My flight was 6 pm 6/6. Every hour they delayed it again - air condition issues then no pilot then the crew had worked too many hours and cancelled the flight at 11 pm. Sent customers to NJ a 45 minutes uber ride to a hotel. Had to be back by 5 am for a 7 am flight and again no pilot etc with another three hours of delays.

The entertainment and wifi mostly didn't work on this flight.

Terrible entertainment system - kept freezing and audio kept cutting out. Snacks were mediocre at best for a 5 hour flight.

The check in and bag drop off for Sky Priority members is slow. The Clear security was also slow - a TSA issue.

I am still upset that my bag was lost on a recent trip to Rome ; we were inconvenienced and out €150 Euros ; delta has refused to reimburse us

I am very bothered by the events today. I can't believe the flight attendants allowed someone to take my seat and made me move. It was embarrassing. I was in the right. The lady just didn't want move. I can't believe delta would allow this to stand and disrespect my rights as a passenger. The lady complained about her leg and that she couldn't move. Firstly somehow she was able to make it to row 24. Not sure how much her leg could have hurt. Secondly, I'm in plenty of pain myself. I just finished chemotherapy a several weeks ago. My body is constantly sore. Yet deltas flight attendants didn't appropriately protect my rights. In the end they found me a seat on the plane but I want to understand how delta can operate this way. They in essence allowed a bully to get their way.

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