Flying from Toronto to Seattle: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Seattle begins with finding the right airport to start your trip. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) and John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) are the main terminals in Toronto.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Seattle, Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) are the primary gateways.
Take a direct Toronto to Seattle flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Toronto.
The most popular route for flights from Toronto to Seattle is from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA). You can choose from 13 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from YYZ to SEA is the 08:15 Air Canada service. If you prefer to travel later, the last available departure is at 19:20 with Air Canada.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Toronto to Seattle flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Seattle
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Flying from Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can book a direct flight from Toronto to Seattle taking off from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Begin your journey at YYZ and come in for landing at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Air Canada is a popular airline that offers direct Toronto to Seattle plane tickets leaving from YYZ.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Toronto Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Seattle, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Toronto Island Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Seattle:
70% of flights leaving Toronto Island Airport meet their expected arrival time.
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
YHM is roughly 72 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
An early-morning Toronto to Seattle flight shouldn't feel like a mad dash. Book a room near John C. Munro Hamilton Airport at Super 8 by Wyndham Mt Hope Hamilton Intl Arpt on or Homestead House Bed & Breakfast and get to the terminal with plenty of time to spare.
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At YHM, that figure is 68%.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to SEA if you have a late flight from Toronto to Seattle. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and discover more of Seattle and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Paine Field Airport (PAE)
Once your flight from Toronto to Seattle has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 32 kilometres from Paine Field Airport (PAE).
Travelling by public transport will take about 40 minutes.
After your flight from Toronto to Seattle, rest your head at a hotel close to PAE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Touch down, grab your Paine Field Airport rental car, and drive off without skipping a beat. Budget and Enterprise are popular companies to pick from here.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from PAE once your travel dates are set.
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI)
Step off your flight from Toronto to Seattle and travel to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Seattle is around 11 kilometres from Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI) and typically takes 20 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take about 35 minutes if you use public transport.
Whether you want a zippy mini for a solo adventure or an SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the perfect Seattle Boeing Fld Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the types of wheels available from names such as Alamo, Budget and Avis.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so secure your ride from BFI well ahead of your flight from Toronto to Seattle. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Seattle
March is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Seattle, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Seattle based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Toronto to Seattle ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Toronto to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seattle right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Toronto to Seattle:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Space Needle, Pike Place Fish Market and The Museum of Flight are attractions you won't want to skip in Seattle.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and International Rose Test Garden.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.