Travelling from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when reserving your flights from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS).
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport.
Seattle and Tucson (where Tucson International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
The busiest route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tucson International Airport (TUS), with 23 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SEA to TUS is the 09:20 Delta option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 20:02 with Alaska Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to TUS, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Get there in one go from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS) operate from here.
Delta is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Seattle to Tucson International Airport taking off from SEA.
SEA is roughly 23 kilometres from central Seattle. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS)? Browse the fares departing from Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from Seattle to TUS leaving from LKE. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take you 11 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 23 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Seattle to TUS, chill out in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
About Tucson International Airport (TUS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near TUS:
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
Tucson International Airport to the centre of Tucson is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 3 hours and 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
For a one-way ticket from Seattle to Tucson International Airport, $138 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $274. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
We recommend booking 9 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Seattle to TUS around that time.
To score the best price on your tickets from Seattle to Tucson International Airport, plan your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport. October is the most popular month for a trip to Tucson. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Seattle to TUS for June if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tucson to range from 19ºC to 38ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tucson
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tucson right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Tucson is to explore its most popular sights. Some highlights include The University of Arizona, Reid Park Zoo and Jacobs Dog Park.
Complete your Tucson trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Tucson and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.