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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,567. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Seattle.R 522 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 522, select.
Seattle.R 996 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 996, select.
Seattle.R 1,024 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,024, select.
Seattle.R 1,031 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,031, select.
Seattle.R 1,044 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,044, select.
Seattle.R 1,768 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,768, select.
Seattle.R 2,048 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,048, select.
Seattle.R 2,503 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,503, select.
Seattle.R 2,504 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 May.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 21 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,504, select.
Seattle.R 2,504 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,504, select.
Seattle.R 2,505 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,505, select.
Seattle.R 2,663 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,663, select.
Seattle.R 2,815 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,815, select.
Seattle.R 2,995 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,995, select.
Seattle.R 2,995 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,995, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Seattle

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Seattle flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 2,048
Aug
from R 522
Sep
from R 1,024
Oct
from R 996
Nov
from R 1,044
Dec
from R 1,768
Jan
from R 2,505
Feb
from R 2,504
Mar
from R 2,663
Apr
from R 2,995
May
from R 2,504
Jun
from R 2,995

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Seattle

Alternative Los Angeles International to Seattle routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles International to Seattle? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Seattle Lake Union SPB

2km from central Seattle
Closest
from R 3,192
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Seattle Boeing Fld

11km from central Seattle
from R 4,009
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Seattle / Tacoma International

20km from central Seattle
Cheapest
from R 522
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Paine Field

33km from central Seattle
from R 1,867
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Los Angeles to Seattle: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 522
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week907

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Seattle: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Seattle: Seattle Lake Union SPB, Seattle Boeing Fld, Seattle / Tacoma International, and Paine Field.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Seattle is R 1,567. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Seattle.
Qatar Airways, Alaska Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui fly direct from Los Angeles International to Seattle.
As of July 2026, there are 907 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Seattle.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Seattle is usually August.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Seattle is Seattle / Tacoma International – which is 19.5 km away from the centre of Seattle. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,567.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle on Saturday, 15 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seattle but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seattle is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seattle, when it usually averages around 23°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Seattle.

Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Seattle: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle is 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Seattle's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as Los Angeles (the location of Los Angeles International Airport).

  • With 140 weekly flights between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from LAX to SEA is with Delta Air Lines at 21:40.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LAX to Seattle flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Begin your trip at LAX and fly straight to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle tickets.

  • These are some of the most well-known airlines operating direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle:

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near LAX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 80% of the time.

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Seattle

  • R 522 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle flight. Return plane tickets start at R 1,567. These fares can change depending on demand.

  • Book one month before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LAX to Seattle.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LAX to Seattle by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 23 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from LAX to Seattle.

Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)

  • Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Seattle. After your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Following your LAX to Seattle flight, settle in at a hotel close to PAE. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from PAE ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during peak travel times.

King County International Airport (BFI)

  • Hop off your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle and make your way to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Seattle is around 11 kilometres from King County International Airport (BFI) and typically takes 20 minutes to drive there.

  • The journey will take you around 35 minutes using public transport.

  • If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel near BFI. Settle in at one of these stays after your LAX to Seattle flight:

  • Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle is always smart. Along with better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at BFI.

Best time to go to Seattle

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Seattle based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before booking a Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from LAX to Seattle in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Seattle

  • Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Seattle, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Seattle itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Seattle is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Seattle

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