Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle: what you need to know
Many exciting adventures kick off from Fort Lauderdale's main airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your options for reserving a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle leaving from this base.
Come in for landing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). This is how most airline passengers arrive in Seattle.
The average time for a direct Fort Lauderdale to Seattle flight is 6 hours 35 minutes.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, making Seattle three hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
With 16 flights a week between the two airports, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle with Alaska Airlines at 07:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from FLL to SEA is with Delta Air Lines at 18:30.
Give yourself enough time to make your Fort Lauderdale to Seattle flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle
Right now, ر.ق. 328 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 700. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
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Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can catch a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Begin your journey at FLL and end it at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Reserve your Fort Lauderdale to Seattle plane tickets with Alaska Airlines. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from FLL.
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
73.74% of flights leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Book a hotel near SEA if you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seattle and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Seattle flight.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Central Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). As soon as your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle, settle in at a hotel close to LKE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the busiest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. To skip the crowds, head to Seattle in May.
When booking your Fort Lauderdale to Seattle tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
Greyhound: Bus Station and LMN Architects are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Seattle must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another essential stop in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without a visit to Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
