$44 Cheap flight deals from Seattle (SEA) to Washington (WAS)

Seattle is known for its coffee, fisheries and innovative technological firms. Washington, D.C., the nation's capital, features monuments, memorials and an impressive art scene. If you are planning a trip from Seattle to Washington, D.C., use Orbitz.com to find low prices on airline tickets, hotels and more.

Leaving Seattle

Sea-Tac Airport is located on International Boulevard. ANA, Lufthansa, United and US Airways provide flights to Washington, D.C. The Link Light Rail can get you to the airport for less than $2.75. The Downtown Airporter provides service to the airport for $19 for the first rider and $8 for each additional traveler. Children aged 17 and under ride free with a paid adult fare.

Many parking options are available at Sea-Tac, but the most convenient option is the Terminal Direct parking area. This lot is closest to the airport, and parking costs $4 per hour with a daily maximum charge of $35. General parking is available for $3 per hour, and the maximum daily charge is $28. A special weekly rate of $130 is also available. Sea-Tac has a variety of on-site restaurants, including The Pilot House, Alki Bakery Express and Starbucks.

Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C., is nestled between Maryland and Virginia. George Washington selected the area as the home of the nation's capital, and Thomas Jefferson was the first U.S. president to be inaugurated in the city. Today, monuments, government buildings, museums and historic landmarks draw numerous visitors to the area each year.

Exploring the Capital

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is located on Smith Boulevard in Arlington, Virginia. The city's metrorail system will take you downtown; fares range from $2.10 to $5.75 during peak travel hours and $1.70 to $3.50 during off-peak hours. Dulles International Airport is located on Saarinen Circle in Dulles, Virginia. A Washington Flyer taxi can take you to the Capitol Hill area for around $64. Taking the bus is a more economical option. The fare to Metro Station is $10 for a one-way trip. Located in Maryland, the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport also serves the Washington, D.C., area. Travelers can take a free bus from the airport to the Marshall Rail Station and then board a MARC bus traveling into the city. The regular fare is $1.60.

Travelers to Washington, D.C., can expect hot, humid weather during the summer. Temperatures in July and August can climb into the 80s. Winters are cold, and there is an occasional snowstorm in the city. During February, the average low is 23 degrees Fahrenheit. Pleasant weather and cool evenings make fall and spring the best times to visit.

Capitol Hill is home to the Senate, House of Representatives, Supreme Court, Library of Congress and a lush Botanic Garden. Visitors can tour the Capitol building, and a visitor's center is located underground. If you like art, head to the Kreeger Museum. Once home to insurance executive David Lloyd Kreeger, this stunning building houses the works of well-known artists, such as Renoir, Degas, Cézanne and Munch. If you prefer gourmet dining, try 2941 Restaurant in Falls Church, Virginia, for amazing views and mouth-watering cuisine. Reservations are essential, and guests can dine on fondue, scallops, free-range chicken or pumpkin baked Alaska topped with candied cranberries.

Book Your Trip

Washington, D.C., is a modern city with a rich history and many national treasures. If you are like most travelers, you are looking for a bargain. Use Orbitz.com to find great deals on flights from Seattle to Washington, D.C., and on rental car rates. Visit the website to start planning your trip to the nation's capital today.