Travelling from Seattle to Victoria: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Seattle. Explore your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) when organising your flight from Seattle to Victoria.
Come in for landing at Victoria International Airport (YYJ), the primary gateway of Victoria.
Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Seattle to Victoria flight.
Victoria's timezone is UTC-7, making Victoria one hour behind Seattle.
With 22 flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Seattle to Victoria with Alaska Airlines at 09:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from SEA to YYJ is with Alaska Airlines at 21:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Seattle to Victoria flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Victoria
To secure cheap Seattle to Victoria flights, book your trip three months before your planned departure.
June is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Seattle to Victoria. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Depart from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on a nonstop flight from Seattle to Victoria. From SEA, you can fly directly into Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
Reserve your Seattle to Victoria plane tickets with Alaska Airlines. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from SEA.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Seattle to Victoria flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Victoria or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Think about adding a stop at Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). It's a key stopover on a Seattle to Victoria flight out of Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport. Use a long layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a quick break to get a snack at the airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Seattle to Victoria? Relax in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near YYJ if you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Victoria. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Victoria International Airport rental car and explore Victoria and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Victoria International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH) is roughly 0.64 kilometres from central Victoria. Once you've disembarked your flight from Seattle to Victoria, it takes approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take roughly 10 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Victoria
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Victoria. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Victoria in February.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 23ºC. Lock in your Seattle to Victoria ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seattle to Victoria in February when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Victoria
Start your Victoria trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Victoria, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Royal BC Museum and Craigdarroch Castle are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Victoria to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Inner Harbour.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Victoria. Around 97 kilometres to the north, top sights here include Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.
Surrey is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 88 kilometres north-east of Victoria. No journey is complete without visiting Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.