Flying from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore the options for catching a flight from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) departing from this terminal.
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
Washington DC is three hours ahead of Seattle. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), with 37 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from SEA to IAD is the 8am United Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 11:40pm with Alaska Airlines.
Your flight from Seattle to IAD won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) leave from this terminal.
Choose from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport leaving from SEA. Get on board with any of these:
Alaska Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from SEA to IAD.
United is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can get to PAE from central Seattle in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to IAD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Seattle Paine Field International Airport:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near IAD and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
From Washington Dulles International Airport, central Washington DC is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport is $140. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $268. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to IAD. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). June is the busiest month to travel to Washington DC. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in February.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Seattle to IAD plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Washington Dulles International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Washington DC visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 225 kilometres away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States and is around 274 kilometres southeast of Washington DC. No journey is complete without dropping by Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.