Flying from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ): what you need to know
Seattle is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
Hop on a direct flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 55 minutes.
Victoria's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Seattle. Victoria International Airport is located in Victoria.
With 21 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the most popular route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 09:05. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from SEA to YYJ is with Alaska Airlines at 21:40.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to YYJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Go straight to your destination from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Nonstop flights from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) can be booked from here.
Alaska Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Seattle to Victoria International Airport departing from SEA.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Seattle to YYJ departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
From the centre of Seattle, SEA is around 23 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Need a handy hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)? Browse the fares leaving from Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
Alaska Airlines operates direct flights from Seattle to YYJ leaving from LKE. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in one go.
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 11 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 23 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Seattle to YYJ, unwind in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
About Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near YYJ instead:
Getting from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria
Victoria International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Victoria. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Victoria International Airport is $174. The cheapest price for a return flight is $370. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find flight tickets from Seattle to YYJ.
To get the best deal on your tickets from Seattle to Victoria International Airport, plan your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' search function to browse the most affordable day to fly.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when fares go down. It's all about timing when scoring flight tickets from Seattle to YYJ.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Seattle to Victoria International Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Victoria International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Victoria in May when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Seattle to YYJ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 23ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport in February when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Victoria
Start your Victoria trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Victoria International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Royal BC Museum and Craigdarroch Castle are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Victoria to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Inner Harbour.
Complete your Victoria trip with a car rental
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