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Cheapest round-trip
$385
Typical prices: $358-$542
United Airlines
Mon 11/9Fri 11/13
RIC - SEA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$113
Typical prices: $199-$285
Frontier
Mon 9/14
RIC - SEA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Seattle. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $355 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 40m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Seattle (RIC-SEA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Richmond to Seattle 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Seattle

Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:54 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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12:45 pm - 10:55 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$385United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
American Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 10:57 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 18m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 4:33 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$386American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 6:26 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
11h 55m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:41 pm - 9:37 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
46h 56m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl
$394Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 6:36 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
12h 05m1 stop Los Angeles
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8:15 pm - 9:21 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
22h 06m1 stop Los Angeles
$395Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 10:40 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:10 am - 10:35 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$407Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 10:40 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:10 am - 10:35 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$407Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 3:21 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
11h 11m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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6:00 am - 4:26 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 26m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$407Delta
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
5:01 pm - 10:05 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 3:59 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 59m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$407Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11
American Airlines Logo
6:53 am - 1:19 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:59 pm - 11:05 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$407American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 16
United Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 8:18 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 18m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 10:56 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
$409United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Richmond to Seattle flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Richmond to Seattle?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Richmond to Seattle departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Seattle from Richmond usually cost between $408 and $748 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $385 on United Airlines (Nov 9-Nov 13).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Seattle?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Richmond to Seattle, 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 Richmond to Seattle is October, where tickets cost $452 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $702 and $614 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Richmond to Seattle?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Richmond to Seattle, 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 Richmond to Seattle, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 55% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$113
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Richmond to Seattle

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond to Seattle based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Richmond to Seattle

  • Which is the best way to get to downtown Seattle from SEA?

    You can commute from SEA to the city center of Seattle via trains, shuttles or taxis. and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport lies about 13.8 miles apart. The light rail offers the cheapest and most convenient means, covering the 13.8-mile stretch in approximately 40min. Also, you can take an airport shuttle and arrive there in around 1 hour. A taxi is handy if you’re keen to arrive in under 25 minutes.

  • Are there car rentals at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)?

    Many car hire companies, including Avis, Alamo, Budget and Enterprise, run their desks at SEA and off-site pick-up garages. A regular shuttle runs from the outside of the terminal to the car rental pick-up area in 5 minutes.Book your car in advance to get affordable rates.

  • Are there hotels near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport?

    Those scheduled to land late at SEA might find it helpful getting a room at one of the hotels that sit close to this airport. Two of the recommended hotels are Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Seatac, An IHG Hotel, and Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center. The properties offer courtesy shuttles to and from the airport, thus making movement easier.

  • Is there a smoking room at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport?

    Due to its strict smoke-free policy within the terminals, visitors arriving at SEA won’t be able to light their cigarettes as they pass through it. Nevertheless, you will find free space on the North end of the terminals where you are permitted to smoke. One such amenity is situated outside door 26 by Alaska Airlines.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Richmond to Seattle?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Richmond to Seattle was $113 for a one-way ticket and $385 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Richmond and Seattle?

    A passport is not required to fly from Richmond to Seattle.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Richmond to Seattle?

    Richmond and Seattle are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Richmond from Richmond Byrd Intl and will be arriving at Seattle/Tacoma Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Richmond to Seattle?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Richmond to Seattle?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Seattle from Richmond?

    Charlotte is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Richmond to Seattle.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Richmond to Seattle, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Richmond to Seattle are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $551 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $720 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Richmond to Seattle?

    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 Richmond to Seattle.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Richmond to Seattle?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Seattle from Richmond 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 Richmond to Seattle?

    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 Seattle with an airline and back to Richmond with another airline. Booking your flights between Richmond and SEA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Seattle from Richmond 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 Richmond to Seattle

  • Richmond International Airport (RIC) provides nursing and lactation rooms. Moms and their little ones can thus escape to these suites located on the lower level of the terminal building if they want to breast pump and breastfeed in privacy. The rooms feature chairs, sinks, and power sockets.
  • Travelers arriving at Richmond International Airport will have an interfaith chapel where religious souls can retreat to make their supplication before flying out to Seattle. This sacred sanctuary lies on the lower level of the terminal building and is open 24 hours, every day of the week.
  • A GRTC-operated bus provides the most reliable means to RIC, leaving at an hourly interval from downtown Richmond to RIC. The 8-mile journey takes an average of about 41 minutes. Suppose you want to reach the airport in under 13min; consider taking a taxi.
  • Richmond International Airport is known for providing valuable, safe, easy, and convenient parking options. There are on-site spaces with competitive rates at every level, including economy, daily, hourly, and valet parking lots. Book your slot early online to avoid the last-minute hassle as you drop off your car ahead of your departure.
  • RIC operates only one lounge: the USO Lounge. This free-to-enter suite has restricted access to active members of the US military and their families. You can find it on the lower level of the terminal, to the left of the escalators. Members enjoy priority clearance at the security and customs desk.

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