Travelling from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport (BLI): what you need to know
All great adventures start from Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport (BLI) leaving from this terminal.
Around 52 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport.
Bellingham International Airport is located in Bellingham. The city's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Bellingham International Airport (BLI) is the most popular route. There are 18 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Alaska Airlines at 23:10. Opt for the first SEA to BLI departure operated by Alaska Airlines at 11:30 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to BLI, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can book a direct flight from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport (BLI) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Alaska Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport leaving from SEA.
From the centre of Seattle, SEA is around 23 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport (BLI)? Check out the fares jetting out of Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from Seattle to BLI departing from LKE. Book your preferred window seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 23 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 11 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Seattle to BLI? Relax in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Bellingham International Airport (BLI)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near BLI:
Getting from Bellingham International Airport (BLI) to central Bellingham
Bellingham International Airport to central Bellingham is about 13 minutes in a car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 24 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport (BLI)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport from C$148 or travel return from just C$289. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to find flight tickets from Seattle to BLI.
To get the best price on your tickets from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport, plan your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport (BLI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Bellingham in May when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Seattle to BLI, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bellingham, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 25ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bellingham
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bellingham right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Bellingham International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Fairhaven Historic District, Whatcom Falls Park and Spark Museum of Electrical Invention are major attractions which should feature on any good Bellingham itinerary.
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