Travelling from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Seattle. Check out your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) when organising your flight from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ).
The timezone in Sarajevo is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Seattle. Sarajevo International Airport is located in Sarajevo.
Your flight from Seattle to SJJ won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Seattle to SJJ even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is an option when leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can reach LKE from the centre of Seattle in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to SJJ flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SJJ:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sarajevo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 387rentacar, Carwiz or Goldcar and explore beyond Sarajevo's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to central Sarajevo
Sarajevo International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Sarajevo. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport is Rs77,124. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs168,062. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to SJJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Sarajevo. August is when most people book flights from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Sarajevo is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Seattle to SJJ flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sarajevo
Start your Sarajevo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Sarajevo International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of things to do in Sarajevo when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Skakavac followed by Bascarsija and Ferhadija Mosque.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina just waiting to be explored. About 137 kilometres north-west of Sarajevo, a visit to Banja Luka will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Kozara Ultra Trail, Hot Springs and Banjaluka.
Bihać is another essential stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina and is around 225 kilometres north-west of Sarajevo. No journey is complete without a visit to Una National Park, Plaža na Uni and Bihać ️ Una View Point.
