Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Los Angeles and Seattle share the same timezone, UTC-7.
Flights from LAX to SEA start at 05:30 — the first with Spirit Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:00 with Alaska Airlines. In total, there are 181 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your LAX to SEA flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
A good range of airlines operate direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Fly nonstop to Seattle with one of these carriers and get to know this amazing part of United States:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
Delta Air Lines stands out as the most punctual carrier for LAX to SEA flights, with 90.96% of services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and SEA:
Sacramento International Airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Right now, P2,488 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P4,976. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LAX to SEA.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from LAX to SEA.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SEA:
Go where the road takes you with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and experience more of Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Seattle based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to SEA in February. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, head for Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are among the biggest draws.