Travelling from Hilo Airport (ITO) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8, which is two hours ahead of Hilo.
Your ITO to SEA flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like September? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Hilo Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Many passengers pass through Honolulu International Airport when flying between ITO and SEA.
Handy information about Hilo Airport (ITO)
Hilo Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 87% of flights that take off from ITO reach their destination without delay.
Central Hilo to Hilo Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near ITO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hilo Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hilo Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Pick up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Hilo Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Seattle. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Hilo Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ITO to SEA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Spokane is another standout destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without seeing Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
