Travelling from Hilo International Airport (ITO) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is 3 hours ahead of Hilo, where Hilo International Airport is located. Seattle operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from ITO to Seattle.
Popular months like August or high seasons such as summer and spring break will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
For a domestic flight within United States, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring another form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked flight tickets from Hilo International Airport to Seattle, make sure your ID is up to date.
The journey from central Hilo to ITO takes around 29 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Hilo International Airport to Seattle? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near ITO:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hilo International Airport (ITO) to Seattle
C$346 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Hilo International Airport to Seattle. Return flights start at C$580. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ITO to Seattle if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Hilo International Airport to Seattle.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 23 kilometres. It'll take you about 18 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 54 minutes.
Book a hotel near SEA if you have a late flight from Hilo International Airport to Seattle. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
The centre of Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). As soon as your flight from Hilo International Airport to Seattle has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 11 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 23 minutes.
After your flight from ITO to Seattle, rest your head at a hotel close to LKE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Hilo International Airport to Seattle. July is the most popular month to travel to Seattle. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Hilo International Airport to Seattle in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ITO to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hilo International Airport to Seattle, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
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