Flying from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is one hour ahead of Anchorage.
Take your pick of 466 weekly Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flights. The 00:30 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest available. Alaska Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:40.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ANC to SEA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Alaska Airlines is your gateway to discovering Seattle (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Alaska Airlines.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier that offers ANC to SEA flights. A reliable 93.64% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ANC and SEA:
San Francisco International Airport
Denver International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
$218 is currently the best price for a one-way Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. Return flights start at $512. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ANC to SEA.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, data shows 79.27% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Anchorage to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ANC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Book a hotel near SEA if you're catching a late Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Seattle in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from ANC to SEA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Seattle, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its leading attractions. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.