Travelling from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Phoenix (the location of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport).
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your AZA to Seattle flight.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
AZA is around 40 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Seattle? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to AZA:
Of the flights that depart from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, 78.65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to Seattle
The best price we've found for a one-way Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Seattle flight is Rs36,847. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs81,162. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from AZA to Seattle, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from AZA to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Seattle has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 25 minutes or so.
After stepping off your AZA to Seattle flight, kick back at a hotel near LKE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
Plan your trip to Seattle in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Seattle during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Seattle flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AZA to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Seattle right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Seattle:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are top sights which should be on any well-planned Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Seattle, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 241 kilometres south to Portland to tick off its must-visit sights. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, consider Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are key highlights.
