Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Seattle is 18 hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SYD to SEA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and SEA:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
At the moment, $448 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $815. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to SEA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that leave from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider staying in a hotel near SEA if you're on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and experience more of Seattle and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is roughly 23 kilometers from central Seattle. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Seattle based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for August if you want to go to Seattle during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to SEA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Seattle, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel around 241 kilometers south to Portland to check off its top sights. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 370 kilometers east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.