Seattle to Washington (BFI–DCA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Seattle to Washington
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,322 mi 5h 8m nonstop +2h ahead 19 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between BFI and DCA, connecting options are available through 19 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BFI to DCA.
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One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
177
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
BFI → DCA
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
DCA → BFI
0%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
0%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DCA delays →

Other ways to reach Washington from Seattle

Nearby airports with service to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Metric BFI→DCA SEA→DCA
Distance from BFI 5 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2
Weekly flights 1 28
Flight time 5h 8m 4h 57m
Airports within 200 miles of BFI with service to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Washington is 2 hours ahead of Seattle.
BFI: MDT · DCA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 8:00 PM in Washington.
Distance & Flight Time
2,322 mi / 3,737 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 8m.
Getting from DCA

The Metro station is inside Terminal B/C with covered walkway access; Terminal A requires a short outdoor walk or shuttle. Yellow and Blue line trains run to downtown DC in 15–25 minutes for $2.25–$3.85.

Taxis and Uber/Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones outside each terminal; fares to downtown run $15–30. DCA serves the National Mall area and is well-positioned for the U.S. Capitol, Pentagon, and downtown offices. International arrivals clear customs at DCA only for pre-cleared flights; most international traffic uses IAD (Dulles). Rental cars are in a consolidated facility accessible by shuttle.

Washington Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 29–34°C with frequent afternoon thunderstorms causing ground stops and airspace flow programs. The summer storm season is the primary operational disruption risk at DCA. Spring and autumn are transitional with variable conditions and occasional severe thunderstorm outbreaks.

Winters (December–February) bring cold temperatures (−2 to 7°C) with occasional snowstorms that disproportionately affect the DC area due to limited snow-removal infrastructure. Even moderate snowfall (5–10 cm) can shut regional airports for hours. Pack layers for winter; the region's storm response is notoriously inconsistent.

BFI–DCA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Seattle to Washington route.
Route details
Distance2,322 mi / 3,737 km
Flight time5h 8m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: BFI
IATA / ICAOBFI / KBFI
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr0.1M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
Destination: DCA
IATA / ICAODCA / KDCA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr25.5M
Elevation15 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BFI to DCA flights.
Nonstop flights from King County International Airport - Boeing Field to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport take approximately 5h 8m. The route covers 2,322 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from BFI to DCA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through IAD, DAL, MSP, CLT, SLC, YYZ, PDX, ORD, SJC, DEN, LAS, BOS, SAN, PHX, SFO, LAX, DFW, MIA and SEA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Washington is 2 hours ahead of Seattle.
Yes, return flights from DCA to BFI are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SEA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from BFI to DCA

King County International Airport - Boeing Field (BFI) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

BFI to DCA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BFI to DCA ranges from 5 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,322 miles (3,737 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via IAD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (SEA).