Flying from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
A direct flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport takes an average of 4 hours 23 minutes. The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which makes it 2 hours behind Milwaukee.
Every week, there are 9 flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, pick the 07:00 Alaska Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from MKE to SEA is 18:19 with Alaska Airlines.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the MKE - SEA route include:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Denver International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
C$129 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Return flights start at C$283. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from MKE to SEA.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
General Mitchell International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Milwaukee. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 39 minutes.
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Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
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Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 54 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Seattle based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from MKE to SEA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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