Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Around 5 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Detroit.
Flights from DTW to SEA start from 06:35 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is at 20:25 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, there are 52 weekly Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DTW to SEA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Alaska Airlines has direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Seattle — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering DTW to SEA flights. A reliable 87.01% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between DTW and SEA:
O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight is $82. A return fare right now is $147. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from DTW to SEA, book your trip seven months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DTW to SEA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Of all flights leaving Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near DTW? If you're boarding an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get 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
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Seattle. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from DTW to SEA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Seattle, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel around 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its popular sights. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
