Travelling from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC): what you need to know
Start your trip at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Look for flights from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) that leave from this terminal.
Book a direct flight from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 39 minutes.
The timezone in Anchorage is UTC-8, which is 1 hour behind Seattle. Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is located in Anchorage.
With 451 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from SEA to ANC is with Alaska Airlines at 23:59.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Seattle to ANC.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Delta is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport leaving from SEA.
From the centre of Seattle, SEA is approximately 23 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
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Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) has direct flights from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC).
Catch your direct flight from Seattle to ANC with Alaska Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of LKE.
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 11 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 23 minutes.
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About Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ANC:
Getting from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to central Anchorage
From Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, Anchorage is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 38 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
RM709 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Return flights start from RM1,433. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Seattle to ANC.
August is the cheapest month for tickets from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
May is the quietest time of year to travel to Anchorage. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.
Book your flight from Seattle to ANC for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Anchorage to range from 4ºC to 17ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -21ºC and 0ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.
More about Anchorage
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Anchorage right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport:
Anchorage Museum and Alaska Native Heritage Centre are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Anchorage must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Earthquake Park.
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