Travelling from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is three hours behind Columbia, where Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located. Seattle runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your CAE to Seattle flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
The journey from central Columbia to CAE takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to CAE? If you're catching an early flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Seattle, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
79.08% of flights leaving from Columbia Metropolitan Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find CAE at 125-A Summer Lake.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Seattle
R 4,317 is currently the best price for a one-way Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Seattle flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 6,657. These prices may change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CAE to Seattle. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 23 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Seattle. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Pick up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from CAE to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is roughly 3 kilometres from central Seattle. Following your flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 25 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CAE to Seattle flight, settle in at a hotel near LKE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
Before securing your flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Seattle, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Seattle offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Seattle flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAE to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seattle right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Seattle:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are top sights which should feature on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Seattle will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions 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.
