Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle: what you need to know
Get your trip started at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the main airport in Fort Lauderdale. Search for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle that fly out of this terminal.
When it comes to where you'll touch down, Seattle's primary entry point is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
6 hours 39 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Seattle is 3 hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 20 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle is with Delta Air Lines at 18:23. Go for the first FLL to SEA departure with Delta Air Lines at 06:30 to maximise your time in Seattle.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within United States. You will need a valid identity document though, like an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing checklist once you've booked your cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle.
Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can book a nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle taking off from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Start your journey at FLL and arrive at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Delta Air Lines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle taking off from FLL.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 27 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres. It takes about 18 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 54 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near SEA if you're catching a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
The centre of Seattle is located around 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). Once your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 11 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 23 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable hotels to park your luggage (and yourself) near LKE. Kick back after your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle is $188. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $376. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
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May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. July is the most popular month to travel to Seattle. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Book your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle for August if you'd like to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Seattle right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
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