Travelling from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Seattle's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Seattle three hours behind Ottawa.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your YOW to SEA flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa International Airport (YOW) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight is R 2,905. A round-trip fare is currently R 5,595. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from YOW to SEA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from YOW to SEA.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Ottawa International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport.
Handy information about Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Of all flights leaving Ottawa International Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Ottawa International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near YOW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ottawa International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ottawa International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Pick up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week before your travel date.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Seattle based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Ottawa International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YOW to SEA in February. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, head for Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes are among its highlights.
