Flying from Seattle to Toronto: what you need to know
Seattle has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Toronto leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
Toronto has a number of airports you can fly into. Touch down at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
4 hours 36 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Seattle to Toronto. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is 3 hours ahead of Seattle.
With 23 flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Seattle to Toronto with Alaska Airlines at 06:52. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from SEA to YYZ is with Air Canada at 23:10.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to Toronto, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You don't need a visa for Canada if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Seattle to Toronto, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Toronto leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Begin your trip at SEA and arrive at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Seattle to Toronto departing from SEA.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Seattle to Toronto. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 54 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Toronto, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Break up your flight from Seattle to Toronto with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Toronto include:
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 23 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 11 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Seattle to Toronto? Kick back in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 49 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Seattle to Toronto has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 39 minutes.
After your flight from Seattle to Toronto, kick back at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Toronto
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Toronto is P4,601. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P12,205. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
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May is the cheapest month for tickets from Seattle to Toronto. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Toronto. To skip the crowds, go to Toronto in February.
Lock in your flight from Seattle to Toronto for July if you'd like to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Toronto sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Toronto:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are essential stops on your Toronto itinerary.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
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