Flying from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport (YZF): What you need to know
Seattle is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport (YZF) taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Yellowknife is one hour ahead of Seattle. Yellowknife Airport is located in Yellowknife, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to YZF.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Seattle to YZF leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
81.27% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from SEA.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can arrive at LKE from central Seattle in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Seattle to YZF flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Yellowknife Airport (YZF)
Consider staying in a hotel near YZF if you have a late flight from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Getting from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to central Yellowknife
Yellowknife Airport to the centre of Yellowknife is around 3 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport (YZF)
Currently, R 2,597 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,841. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to YZF if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Affordable Seattle to Yellowknife Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Seattle to YZF.
Lock in a cheap flight from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport (YZF)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Yellowknife. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport (YZF), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Yellowknife is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Seattle to YZF plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -32ºC (-26ºF) and -15ºC (5ºF).
More about Yellowknife
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Yellowknife right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Yellowknife Airport:
Your Yellowknife trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions you can't miss include North of 60 Aurora Adventures, City of Yellowknife and Jackfish Lake Scenic Viewpoint.
Explore more of Canada
Yellowknife has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres south of Yellowknife, a visit to Hay River will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Hay River Territorial Park, Fishermans Wharf and Hay River public beach.
Fort Resolution is another place to check out during your travels in Canada. Head to this destination, which is about 153 kilometres south of Yellowknife, to discover highlights like Little Buffalo River Crossing Territorial Park.
