Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is 3 hours behind New York, where LaGuardia Airport is located. Seattle operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from LGA to Seattle. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Going away during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
When flying domestically within United States, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked flight tickets from LaGuardia Airport to Seattle, make sure your ID is up to date.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of New York, LGA can be reached in approximately 27 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near LGA. Whether you're taking an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Seattle or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Seattle
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Seattle is C$128. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$232. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from LGA to Seattle, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from LaGuardia Airport to Seattle is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from LGA to Seattle every day.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from LaGuardia Airport to Seattle. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Seattle has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 11 minutes by car. Central Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 23 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LKE. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from LGA to Seattle at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Seattle. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seattle. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Book your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Seattle for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from LGA to Seattle sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Seattle, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
Gas Works - Lake View Point and Queen Anne Bowl Playfield are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Seattle travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at LMN Architects.
Complete your Seattle trip with a car rental
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