Flying from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): What you need to know
Seattle is 19 hours behind Melbourne. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle, which is in the UTC-8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Melbourne to SEA.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Melbourne to SEA with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MEL and SEA include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
Located around 24 kilometers from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometers from central Melbourne. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to SEA flight, drop your bags at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving right on cue.
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near SEA and hit the lights earlier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget to explore Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, central Seattle is around 23 kilometers away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city center by car.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Currently, AED 2,068 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 3,386. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to SEA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). July is when most people visit Seattle. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in January.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to SEA plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February has temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Space Needle and Pike Place Market are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Seattle must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Seattle Skyline.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometers south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Portland Japanese Garden, Great Northwest and Peninsula Park Rose Garden.
Vancouver is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometers south of Seattle. No trip is complete without a visit to Vancouver Waterfront, Reconstructed HBC Fort Vancouver and Fort Vancouver Garden.
