Flying from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH): What you need to know
Your boarding pass to adventure starts at Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore the options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH) leaving from this base.
Expect to be travelling for 6 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Seattle to Lihue Airport flight.
Lihue is three hours behind Seattle. Lihue Airport is located in Lihue, which is in the UTC-10 timezone.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Lihue Airport (LIH) is the most popular route. There are 20 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Alaska Airlines at 6:45pm. Opt for the first SEA to LIH departure operated by Alaska Airlines at 8:10am if you'd rather not wait around.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Seattle to LIH. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can take a direct flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH) leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
You can book a direct flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport with Alaska Airlines. This leading airline offers services from SEA.
Most travellers choose to fly with Alaska Airlines from SEA to LIH.
Alaska Airlines leads the way in punctuality. An exceptional 84.03% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination on time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Seattle to LIH flight? Relax in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Lihue Airport (LIH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near LIH instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Lihue Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and explore beyond Lihue's main sights.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Seattle to Lihue Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for LIH is 3901 Mokulele Lap, Box 6.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH)
At the moment, Rs41,365 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Lihue Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs88,099. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Seattle to LIH, book your flight ticket two months before your departure date.
July is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Seattle to Lihue Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH). Plan your visit to Lihue in May for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Seattle to LIH flight ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lihue to range from 23ºC to 28ºC.
February has temperatures of between 18ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Lihue Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Lihue
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lihue:
Kauai Beach and Vintage Biplane Tour of Kauai are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Lihue itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Kalapaki Beach.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Lihue, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometres south-east to Honolulu to check off its leading sights. From Pacific Ocean to Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres south-east of Lihue, Pearl City is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out USS Utah Memorial, Mānana Ridge Trail and Sunset Memorial Park.
