Distance from Seattle to Washington, D.C.
3,749 km · 2,329 miles as the crow flies, about 5 h 11 min by air.
47.5700°, -122.3400° · America/Los Angeles
38.8995°, -77.0094° · America/New York
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 3,739 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
Seattle to Washington, D.C. at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 3,749 km / 2,329 mi / 2,024 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 5 h 11 min |
| Initial bearing | 88° (E) |
| Halfway point | 45.523°, -97.970° |
| Seattle coordinates | 47.57°, -122.34° |
| Washington, D.C. coordinates | 38.8995°, -77.0094° |
Time difference: Seattle and Washington, D.C.. Local time: Seattle · Washington, D.C.. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Washington, D.C..
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Seattle from Washington, D.C.?
3,749 km (2,329 miles, 2,024 nautical miles) in a straight line over the Earth’s surface, measured between the city centres on the WGS-84 ellipsoid.
How long is the flight from Seattle to Washington, D.C.?
About 5 h 11 min in still air (800 km/h cruise plus 30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent). Scheduled flights vary with winds and routing, and connecting itineraries take longer.
Which direction is Washington, D.C. from Seattle?
The great-circle route leaves Seattle on an initial bearing of 88° (E). The halfway point is near 45.52°, -97.97°.