Travelling from Seattle to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Seattle to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's main airports.
The timezone in Mogadishu is UTC+3, which is ten hours ahead of Seattle. Mogadishu International Airport is located in Mogadishu.
Your flight from Seattle to MGQ won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Seattle to MGQ, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is an option when you're setting off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
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81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from SEA.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can reach LKE from the centre of Seattle in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
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About Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Right now, $829 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Mogadishu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,109. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to MGQ. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Mogadishu based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Seattle to MGQ flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mogadishu, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 31ºC.
August has temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Mogadishu International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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