Flying from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), the main airport in Atlanta. Look for flights from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) that jet out of this base.
The average duration of a direct Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight is 5 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Atlanta. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle.
With 65 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:30am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from ATL to SEA is with Delta Air Lines at 9:35pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Atlanta to SEA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
With more travellers during high season, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Take the express route from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Direct flights from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) can be booked from here.
Delta Air Lines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport leaving from ATL.
Delta Air Lines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from ATL to SEA.
With a dependable 88.61% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
Located around 18 kms (11 miles) from the centre of Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Have a late flight from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near SEA and turn out the lights sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and explore beyond Seattle's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week before your Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to the centre of Seattle is around 11 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Currently, £82 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £166. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Atlanta to SEA if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to go to Seattle. July is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Atlanta to SEA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February sees temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Atlanta to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are essential stops on your Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Seattle. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the south, popular attractions include Portland Japanese Garden, Voodoo Doughnut and Great Northwest.
Vancouver is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 209 kms (130 miles) south of Seattle. No trip is complete without a visit to Vancouver Waterfront, Reconstructed HBC Fort Vancouver and Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Garden.
