Travelling from Seattle to Long Beach Airport (LGB): What you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out your options for leaving from here when reserving your flights from Seattle to Long Beach Airport (LGB).
The average duration of a direct Seattle to Long Beach Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Seattle and Long Beach (where Long Beach Airport is located) share the UTC-8 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
Your flight from Seattle to LGB 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.
With more travellers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Seattle to Long Beach Airport (LGB) take off from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Seattle to Long Beach Airport with Southwest Airlines. This top carrier operates departures from SEA.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines between SEA and LGB.
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle to Long Beach Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can arrive at PAE from the centre of Seattle in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to LGB flight:
Most flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport reach their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Consider booking a hotel near LGB if you have a late flight from Seattle to Long Beach Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
LGB is located at 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
Getting from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to central Long Beach
Long Beach Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Long Beach. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Long Beach Airport is $117. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $239. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to LGB. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Seattle to Long Beach Airport ticket.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Seattle to LGB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.
Find an affordable flight from Seattle to Long Beach Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Long Beach Airport (LGB). September is the most popular month to visit Long Beach. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in December.
The warmest month in Long Beach is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Seattle to LGB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Long Beach Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Long Beach
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Long Beach Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Long Beach:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The Queen Mary, Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) and Long Beach Lighthouse are attractions you won't want to skip in Long Beach.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Long Beach. Around 153 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Bakersfield is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres northwest of Long Beach. No trip is complete without a visit to Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art.