Flying from Seattle to Brisbane Airport (BNE): What you need to know
Seattle has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Brisbane Airport (BNE) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Brisbane is 17 hours ahead of Seattle. Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane, which runs on the UTC+10 timezone.
Your flight from Seattle to BNE won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to BNE. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Brisbane Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
81.27% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from SEA.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can get to LKE from the centre of Seattle in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Seattle to BNE flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Brisbane Airport (BNE)
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Brisbane Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BNE:
Travel at your own speed with a Brisbane Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and see more of Brisbane and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Brisbane Airport flight.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Brisbane. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Currently, R 5,921 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Brisbane Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,008. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to BNE. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Seattle to Brisbane Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Seattle to Brisbane Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Brisbane Airport (BNE). Plan your visit to Brisbane in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Seattle to BNE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Brisbane, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Brisbane Airport in July when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Brisbane
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Brisbane Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brisbane:
There are plenty of things to do in Brisbane when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Queensland Museum of Modern Art followed by Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres west of Brisbane, a visit to Toowoomba will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Toowoomba Carnival Of Flowers, Japanese Garden and Highfields Falls.
Bundaberg is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 290 kilometres north of Brisbane. No trip is complete without visiting Mon Repos Turtle Express, Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Turtle Encounters.
