Travelling from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Start planning your vacation by checking out the departure points for your flight from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore the options for taking off from Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), two of the city's main airports.
Approximately 6 hours 9 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Seattle is 3 hours behind Tampa. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
With 22 direct flights a week between the two airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from TPA to SEA is with Alaska Airlines at 18:59.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Tampa to SEA.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) operate out of this terminal.
Alaska Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport departing from TPA.
From central Tampa, TPA is approximately 13 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
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 centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
C$197 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Return flights start from C$393. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Seattle in May when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Seattle. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Tampa to SEA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Seattle right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
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