Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Seattle: what you need to know
Approximately 5 hours 19 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7. The city is 3 hours behind New York, where Newark Liberty International Airport is located.
With 56 flights a week between the two airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from EWR to SEA is with United at 20:30.
To ensure you catch your flight from EWR to Seattle, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like August or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
You can catch a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle. Start your trip at EWR and land at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Take to the skies with United. This popular airline operates direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle.
You won't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid proof of identity though, like a driver's licence or an ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've booked your cheap tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York, EWR can be reached in about 28 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near EWR:
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Seattle
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle is P4,223. The cheapest price for a return flight is P8,509. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
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May is the cheapest month for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres. It takes around 18 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 54 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. After your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 11 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 23 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from EWR to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the busiest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Seattle in May when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from EWR to Seattle in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Seattle
After locking in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are must-do's during your Seattle adventure.
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Select one of our car rentals in Seattle and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Seattle.