Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles.
Los Angeles and Seattle (where Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located) are both in the UTC-7 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). There are 144 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from SEA to LAX is the 06:00 American Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:45 with Delta Air Lines.
For a relaxed start to your SEA to Los Angeles flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles ticket. Begin your trip at SEA and end it at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles are available from a range of airlines. Select your seat on any of these:
SEA is around 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a hotel near SEA? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 81.27% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Los Angeles
ج.م. 2,649 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return flight ticket starts at ج.م. 4,297. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap flights from SEA to Los Angeles by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the centre of Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Go where the road takes you with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SEA to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
The centre of Los Angeles is around 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Following your SEA to Los Angeles flight, rest your head at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from VNY before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Before you book your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Los Angeles offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SEA to Los Angeles around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles, check out our selection of hotels including:
The Broad and Griffith Observatory are just two of the major attractions to put on your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among its highlights.