Flying from Sonoma County Airport (STS) to Seattle: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 3 minutes.
Santa Rosa (the location of Sonoma County Airport) and Seattle are in the same timezone — UTC-7.
Sonoma County Airport (STS) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route, with 11 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from STS to SEA is with Alaska Airlines at 18:59. Choose the first departure with Alaska Airlines at 07:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from STS to Seattle, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Going away during a peak time like October? High seasons (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct flight from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle. Begin your trip at STS and land at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Take to the skies with Alaska Airlines. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle.
For a flight within United States, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked flight tickets from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle, make sure your ID is up to date.
Travelling from central Santa Rosa to STS takes around 36 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to STS? If you're catching an early flight from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sonoma County Airport (STS) to Seattle
C$152 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$276. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from STS to Seattle, book your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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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 about 18 minutes.
It takes roughly 54 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Once your flight from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 11 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 23 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from STS to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle. July is the busiest month for a trip to Seattle. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from STS to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
Complete your Seattle trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Seattle and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Sonoma County Airport to Seattle.
