Flying from Seattle to Orlando: what you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out your options for leaving from this terminal when searching for your flights from Seattle to Orlando.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) are the chief entry points to Orlando.
A direct flight from Seattle to Orlando takes an average of 5 hours 35 minutes. The timezone in Orlando is UTC-4, making it 3 hours ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 41 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Seattle to Orlando is with Delta Air Lines at 23:55. Opt for the first SEA to MCO departure with Delta Air Lines at 07:20 if you're more of an early bird.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Seattle to Orlando.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
For a flight within United States, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring another form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've found cheap flights from Seattle to Orlando, make sure your ID is up to date.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can book a nonstop flight from Seattle to Orlando taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Begin your trip at SEA and arrive at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Alaska Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Seattle to Orlando departing from SEA.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Seattle to Orlando with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 54 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Orlando? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seattle to Orlando. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Orlando:
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take you 11 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 23 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seattle to Orlando, chill out in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Orlando, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MCO:
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Central Orlando is about 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Once your flight from Seattle to Orlando has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 36 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 3 minutes.
After your flight from Seattle to Orlando, rest your head at a hotel close to SFB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Orlando
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Orlando is R 2,124. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,417. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from Seattle to Orlando, book your trip 9 months before your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Seattle to Orlando. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Orlando
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Seattle to Orlando. July is the most popular month to travel to Orlando. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Schedule your flight from Seattle to Orlando for July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Orlando to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Orlando in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Orlando, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are top attractions which should be on every Orlando itinerary.
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