Travelling from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH): What you need to know
Your adventure will begin at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Look for flights from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH) that take off from this terminal.
The average time for a direct Seattle to Lihue Airport flight is 6 hours 20 minutes.
Lihue is two hours behind Seattle. Lihue Airport is located in Lihue, which follows the UTC-10 timezone.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Lihue Airport (LIH) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Alaska Airlines at 6:45pm. Choose the first SEA to LIH departure operated by Alaska Airlines at 8:10am if getting there sooner works for you.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to LIH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can find a direct flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
You can travel on a direct flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport with Alaska Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from SEA.
Alaska Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from SEA to LIH.
Alaska Airlines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is about 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to LIH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Seattle Paine Field International Airport:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Lihue Airport (LIH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near LIH:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Seattle to Lihue Airport flight.
LIH is located at 3901 Mokulele Lap, Box 6.
Getting from Lihue Airport (LIH) to central Lihue
Central Lihue is around 3 kilometres from Lihue Airport and takes about 5 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Lihue Airport is ر.ق. 677. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 1,137. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Seattle to LIH.
July is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Seattle to Lihue Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport (LIH). July is the peak month for travel to Lihue. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in December.
When booking your Seattle to LIH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. September is the warmest month in Lihue, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 28ºC.
February has temperatures of between 18ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Lihue Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Lihue
Start your Lihue trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Lihue Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Lihue trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that are worth your time include Kauai Beach, Kalapaki Beach and Kapaia Swinging Bridge.
Explore more of the United States
Lihue has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres southeast of Lihue, a visit to Honolulu will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.
