Seattle to Dulles (SEA–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SEA–IAD is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,300 miles in approximately 4h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 90 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 14 | 73J, 7M9 | 5h43-5h53 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 14 | 7M9, B38M | 5h02-5h11 | Star Alliance | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | 223 | 4h54 | SkyTeam | – | |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 5h02 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AZ ITA Airways | 3 | 7M8 | 5h02 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Seattle
| Metric | SEA→IAD | BFI→IAD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SEA | – | 5 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 45 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 54m | 5h 6m |
| Departure OTP | 94% | – |
Travel Essentials
SEA: MDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 8:00 PM in Dulles.
Link Light Rail runs from downtown Seattle (Westlake station) to the airport in 38 minutes ($3.50 peak). Trains run every 6–12 minutes during peak hours from 5am to 1am. Ride-shares run $30–50 from downtown; SR-99 and I-5 can be heavily congested southbound during afternoon rush (3–7pm).
Sound Transit 574 express bus serves Tacoma ($2.50–4). Sounder commuter rail connects Tacoma to the airport area via a shuttle.
Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.
Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.
SEA–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SEA to IAD
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, ITA Airways, Delta Air Lines, Ethiopian Airlines and United Airlines. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SEA to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SEA to IAD ranges from 4 hours 54 minutes to 5 hours 53 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,300 miles (3,702 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 58 return, totaling 103 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
90 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ICT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (BFI).