Flying from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is 17 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide, where Adelaide Airport is located. Seattle follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ADL to Seattle flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from ADL to Seattle with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Adelaide, ADL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near ADL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Seattle or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the flights that depart from Adelaide Airport, 75.6% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Seattle
The best price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Seattle flight is R 11,781. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 18,670. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from ADL to Seattle. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Adelaide Airport to Seattle is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across each month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Snag an affordable flight from Adelaide Airport to Seattle with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to SEA if you have a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Seattle. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and see more of Seattle and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week before your flight from ADL to Seattle can help you get the best possible rate.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Once your flight from Adelaide Airport to Seattle has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near LKE. Unwind and get cosy after your ADL to Seattle flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
Travel to Seattle during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Seattle in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in an Adelaide Airport to Seattle flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ADL to Seattle around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seattle right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Adelaide Airport to Seattle:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are major attractions which should feature on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Seattle has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
