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How to get from Los Angeles to Seattle

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FASTEST
2h 49min
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From
96€
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Distance
1545 km
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Checked offer from Los Angeles to Seattle: Flight, about 2h 49min, from €96. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 6, 2026): Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines; main departure point: Burbank Airport.

Distance: 1545 km. Data updated on .

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Flight
2h 49min – 2h 56min
96 – 213 €
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🚌 Departure from Los Angeles
📍Most travellers fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), the main airport for Seattle flights. Flights leave from several terminals depending on the airline, so check the terminal on your e-ticket and boarding pass before heading to the airport.
🚇From central Los Angeles you can reach LAX by taxi or ride-hailing app, or by public transport using the Metro network combined with the free airport shuttle. Allow extra margin for road traffic, which can be heavy around the airport.
⏰Flights between Los Angeles and Seattle run throughout the day, from early morning to the evening, with frequent departures. Exact times vary by airline and date, so check the live schedule when you book.
💸 Transport from 96€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 2h 49min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on November 6, 2026 for a departure on November 27, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
Alaska Airlines Flight Burbank Airport €96 32
Frontier Airlines Flight Los Angeles Airport €136 5
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Practical tips

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Choose the plane for this distance

Los Angeles and Seattle are far apart. Rather than losing a full day overland, a direct flight is the realistic choice for most travellers without a car, and it keeps your time free for sightseeing.

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Check which Los Angeles airport

The Los Angeles area has several airports. Confirm the departure airport on your e-ticket before leaving your hotel, and plan your ride there accordingly, so you do not end up at the wrong terminal.

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Know your Seattle arrival airport

Flights land at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which sits outside the city centre. Look up the link into town before you land so you arrive at your accommodation without detours.

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Book early for better fares

Fares move with the season and demand. Booking well ahead, and avoiding peak holiday dates when you can, usually gives you more choice of departure times and a better price.

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Allow time before your flight

Large US airports can be busy, with long security lines and distant terminals. Arrive early, keep your ID and e-ticket handy on your phone, and check your baggage allowance before you pack.

The journey experience

Los Angeles to Seattle is one of the longest hops on the West Coast, and if you are travelling without a car, the question is simple: is it worth spending a full day on the road? For most independent travellers, the answer is no. This page puts the options side by side so you can see at a glance what makes sense for your budget and your schedule.

For this route, the verified option is the plane. Direct flights link the Los Angeles area to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, and several major US carriers serve the corridor throughout the day, so you can usually pick a departure that suits you. Flying spares you a long overland journey, saves a night of accommodation, and keeps your itinerary flexible if you plan to continue to Portland or Vancouver afterwards. Fares vary a lot with the season and the booking date, which is why the comparison table on this page is worth checking.

My final advice: pick your airports before you pick your flight. Los Angeles has several airports, and Seattle's main airport is not in the city centre, so check where you land and how you will reach your hotel. Once that is settled, book online, keep your e-ticket on your phone, and you will have a simple, stress-free trip along the Pacific coast.

Frequently asked questions — Los Angeles → Seattle

Why visit Seattle?

  • ✓ Browse Pike Place Market, from flying fishmongers to the original Starbucks
  • ✓ Ride the Space Needle elevator for 360° views of Mount Rainier and Puget Sound
  • ✓ Explore the Museum of Pop Culture and the Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibition
  • ✓ Take a ferry from Colman Dock to Bainbridge Island for skyline views
  • ✓ Wander Capitol Hill and Ballard for craft breweries, indie cafés and the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
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Recommended stay
2 to 4 nights — enough for the city's main sights plus a day trip to Mount Rainier or the islands

When to visit Seattle?

MILD OCEANIC CLIMATE

June to September — dry, sunny and mild weather, with long days and clear views of the mountains

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What to do in Seattle?

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Space Needle Observation Deck
Seattle's icon, built for the 1962 World's Fair. The rotating glass floor and 360° views reach Mount Rainier on clear days. Tickets start around 35€; book the first slot of the day or sunset online to avoid queues. Combine with the Chihuly Garden and Glass next door.
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Pike Place Market Morning Stroll
Open since 1907, this is America's most famous public market. Watch fishmongers toss salmon, taste local cheese at Beecher's and grab a pastry at Piroshky Piroshky. Arrive before 9am on weekdays to avoid crowds. Entry is free; budget 10-15€ for a snack lunch.
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Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)
Housed in a Frank Gehry building, MoPOP covers Nirvana, Jimi Hendrix, sci-fi and horror films. The grunge exhibit is essential for music fans. Tickets cost about 25€; buy online for a timed entry and visit on a weekday afternoon when it is quieter.
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Washington State Ferry to Bainbridge
The 35-minute crossing from Colman Dock offers the best skyline views of Seattle for about 8€ round trip, paid only on departure from Seattle. Walk off and explore Winslow's cafés and the Bainbridge waterfront. Sit on the upper deck on the port side leaving the city.
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Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tasting
Skip the original 1971 Pike Place store queue and head to the Capitol Hill Roastery, a huge working coffee factory. Try a single-origin flight or a nitro cold brew for around 7€. Go on a weekday morning, and also explore Seattle's independent roasters like Victrola nearby.
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Discovery Park and West Point Lighthouse
Seattle's largest park covers 534 acres of forest, meadows and beaches. Walk the 2.8-mile Loop Trail, then the beach to the 1881 West Point Lighthouse with views of the Olympic Mountains. Entry is free. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water; bus 33 serves the park.
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Seattle Underground Tour
After the 1889 fire, Seattle rebuilt a story higher, leaving buried streets beneath Pioneer Square. A 75-minute guided tour mixes history with humor. Tickets are about 20€; book ahead in summer. Afterward, explore Pioneer Square's galleries and the Klondike Gold Rush museum, which is free.
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Sunset at Kerry Park
A small Queen Anne viewpoint with the classic postcard panorama: skyline, Elliott Bay and Mount Rainier. Free and always open. Arrive 30 minutes before sunset for a spot, and bring a jacket as evenings are cool. Walk down to Queen Anne's cafés afterwards for dinner.

How long to visit Seattle?

3 to 7 days

Allow 3 to 4 days to cover the essentials: Pike Place Market, Space Needle, Museum of Pop Culture, Capitol Hill and a ferry ride to Bainbridge Island. With 5 to 7 days, add a day trip to Mount Rainier or the Olympic Peninsula. Book Space Needle and popular tours in advance, and visit between July and September for the best chance of clear skies.

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