Flying from Midland International Airport (MAF) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is two hours behind Midland, where Midland International Airport is located. Seattle observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MAF to Seattle flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Midland, MAF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're searching for somewhere to stay before your flight from Midland International Airport to Seattle, consider Baymont by Wyndham Midland Airport. It's a short ride from MAF.
Midland International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84.74% of flights that depart MAF reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Midland International Airport (MAF) to Seattle
R 3,433 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Midland International Airport to Seattle flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 8,334. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MAF to Seattle if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Midland International Airport to Seattle is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares throughout the month and score a fantastic deal.
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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 takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Midland International Airport to Seattle. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Explore without limits with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and discover more of Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week before your flight from MAF to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. Following your flight from Midland International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near LKE. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MAF to Seattle flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
Before locking in your flights from Midland International Airport to Seattle, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Seattle offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Midland International Airport to Seattle flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAF to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Midland International Airport to Seattle, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are popular attractions which should be on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Seattle, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 241 kilometres south to Portland to tick off its top sights. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in United States, head for Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are among the biggest draws.
