Flying from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ): What you need to know
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is Seattle's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) departing from here.
Jump on a direct Seattle to Victoria International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.
Victoria (where Victoria International Airport is located) and Seattle share the UTC-8 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ), with 20 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from SEA to YYJ is the 9:45am Alaska Airlines service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 9:58pm with Alaska Airlines.
Your flight from Seattle to YYJ won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're traveling during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can take a direct flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Alaska Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Seattle to Victoria International Airport leaving from SEA.
Alaska Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from SEA to YYJ.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Alaska Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 79.21% of the time.
Located around 23 kilometers from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA land on schedule 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can get to PAE from the center of Seattle in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seattle to YYJ flight? Relax in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your vacation officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 80% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYJ instead:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Seattle to Victoria International Airport flight.
Getting from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria
From Victoria International Airport, central Victoria is around 27 kilometers away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city center by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
AED 447 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Victoria International Airport. Return flights start from AED 1,033. These prices may change depending on availability.
Score cheap flights from Seattle to YYJ by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Seattle to Victoria International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ). July is the busiest month to travel to Victoria. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
Book a Seattle to YYJ plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Victoria to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Victoria International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Victoria
After booking your flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Victoria:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada, St. Andrew's Cathedral and Craigdarroch Castle are attractions you won't want to skip in Victoria.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Victoria, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Journey about 97 kilometers northeast to Abbotsford to tick off its top sights. From Tanglebank Gardens to Tuscan Farm Gardens and Maan Farms Country Experience, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 88 kilometers northeast of Victoria, Coquitlam is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Pinecone Burke Provincial Park, Mundy Park and Minnekhada park.