Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Seattle: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 49 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Seattle.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Diego (the location of San Diego International Airport).
With 105 flights a week between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:15. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from SAN to SEA is with Alaska Airlines at 21:00.
To ensure you get on your flight from SAN to Seattle, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
You can catch a nonstop flight from San Diego International Airport to Seattle that lands at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Check out the offers from Alaska Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Seattle.
You won't need a visa or passport to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification though, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've booked cheap tickets from San Diego International Airport to Seattle.
Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 9 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Seattle? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to SAN:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Seattle
RM224 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Seattle. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM444. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SAN to Seattle.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Seattle. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
It takes roughly 54 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SEA:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. Following your flight from San Diego International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 11 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 23 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from SAN to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from San Diego International Airport to Seattle while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Seattle, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from San Diego International Airport to Seattle for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from SAN to Seattle in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego International Airport to Seattle, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
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