Travelling from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Seattle is one hour ahead of Anchorage and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Each week, there are 123 Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, pick the 00:28 Alaska Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:10 with Alaska Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ANC to SEA flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Seattle — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Alaska Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
Delta tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for ANC to SEA flights, with 84.48% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between ANC and SEA:
Denver International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight is R 3,303. A round-trip ticket right now is R 6,525. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ANC to SEA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ANC to SEA.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport.
Handy information about Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Anchorage International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart ANC arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Anchorage International Airport from central Anchorage, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ANC? If you're catching an early flight from Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Reserve a hotel close to SEA if you're on a late Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and see more of Seattle and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Seattle based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Anchorage International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ANC to SEA in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Seattle, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its top sights. From Portland Japanese Garden to Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
