Travelling from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): What you need to know
Start your adventure at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), the main airport in Phoenix. Search for flights from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) that depart from this terminal.
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8, which is one hour behind Phoenix. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle.
The most popular route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), with 130 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from PHX to SEA is the 5am Alaska Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 10:55pm with Southwest Airlines.
Your flight from Phoenix to SEA won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
March is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can jump on a direct flight from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) out of Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
These are some of the well-known carriers operating direct flights from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport jetting out of PHX:
Alaska Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from PHX to SEA.
Delta is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Phoenix to PHX takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PHX reach their destination without delay.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
You can get to AZA from central Phoenix in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to SEA flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving as planned.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider booking a hotel near SEA if you have a late flight from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Rs16,435 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs47,082. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Phoenix to SEA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Plan your visit to Seattle in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Phoenix to SEA plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
Your visit to Seattle isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 209 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Vancouver is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres south of Seattle. No journey is complete without experiencing Reconstructed HBC Fort Vancouver, The Marshall House: Victorian Jewel of Officers Row and Clark County Historical Museum.