Flying from Melbourne to Seattle: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Seattle departing from here.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's major gateways.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is 18 hours behind Melbourne.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Melbourne to Seattle flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Seattle
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Melbourne to Seattle flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to Seattle across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a cinch to find a Melbourne to Seattle flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Seattle or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Melbourne to Seattle. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Explore without limits with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and find adventure across Seattle and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Seattle flight.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. After your flight from Melbourne to Seattle, it takes approximately 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 25 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Melbourne to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
May is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Seattle, while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Seattle based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your Melbourne to Seattle ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Seattle in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Seattle right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Seattle:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another well-known destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without experiencing Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.