Travelling from Houston to Seattle: what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Houston to Seattle. Explore your options for taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is where your flight will arrive in Seattle.
Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Houston to Seattle flight.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Houston.
The most popular route for flights from Houston to Seattle is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Take your pick of 40 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to SEA is the 06:00 Alaska Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 20:13 with United Airlines.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Houston to Seattle flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Seattle
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Seattle taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Begin your trip at IAH and land at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
United Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct Houston to Seattle plane tickets leaving from IAH.
IAH is about 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Seattle or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% touch down on time at their destination.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can take a nonstop flight from Houston to Seattle departing from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Begin your travels at HOU and touch down at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Southwest Airlines offers direct Houston to Seattle plane tickets from HOU. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
HOU is about 16 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Seattle:
The majority of flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport get to their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 81%.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
The centre of Seattle is around 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). Once your flight from Houston to Seattle has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
The journey will take approximately 25 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Houston to Seattle, unwind at a hotel near LKE. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Houston to Seattle. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seattle. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your Houston to Seattle tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from Houston to Seattle around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Seattle, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-do's during your Seattle adventure.
Explore more of United States
Seattle has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, head for Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are among the biggest draws.
