Travelling from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Seattle. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) out of here.
Book a direct Seattle to Edmonton International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour ahead of Seattle.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Choose from 10 direct services every week. Alaska Airlines operates a 7:55am departure between SEA and YEG.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to YEG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
July is a busy travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Alaska Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport jetting out of SEA.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SEA and YEG is Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines sets the standard for punctuality. A reliable 80.15% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can get to PAE from the centre of Seattle in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Seattle to YEG flight? Unwind in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YEG instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Seattle to Edmonton International Airport flight.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Edmonton. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
$137 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport. A return flight starts from $322. These fares can change based on demand.
To snag cheap flights from Seattle to YEG, book your ticket two months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Seattle to Edmonton International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Edmonton. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport (YEG), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Edmonton is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your Seattle to YEG plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport in February when temperatures are between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Edmonton
Start your Edmonton trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Edmonton International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Edmonton should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions worth exploring include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Edmonton. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre, Calgary Tower and Peace Bridge.
Red Deer is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 113 kilometres south of Edmonton. No trip is complete without dropping by Discovery Canyon, Red Deer Mountain Bike Park and Old C.P.R. Bridge.
