Travelling from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) taking off from either of these bases.
2 hours 55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Los Angeles and Seattle (where Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. There are 144 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 9:40pm. Opt for the first LAX to SEA departure with Alaska Airlines at 6am if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to SEA, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
These are some of the most popular carriers operating direct flights from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport departing from LAX:
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Alaska Airlines between LAX and SEA.
Delta Air Lines leads the way in punctuality. An impressive 90.96% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX land on time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Los Angeles to SEA flight? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Reserve a hotel near SEA if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and explore beyond Seattle's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Seattle. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is Rs13,120. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs25,518. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Los Angeles to SEA, book your ticket one month before your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to go to Seattle. July is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Los Angeles to SEA flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February sees temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Seattle when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Pike Place Market followed by Space Needle and Seattle Skyline.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Seattle. Around 209 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Portland Japanese Garden, Voodoo Doughnut and Great Northwest.
Vancouver is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres south of Seattle. No trip is complete without a visit to Vancouver Waterfront, Reconstructed HBC Fort Vancouver and Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Garden.
