Flying from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Seattle: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle is 6 hours 14 minutes.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7. The city is 3 hours ahead of Honolulu, where Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Choose from 57 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HNL to SEA is the 07:00 Alaska Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 23:59 with Alaska Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from HNL to Seattle, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? High seasons (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle that arrives at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
There's a range of airlines that offer direct flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle, including:
Once you've booked cheap tickets from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle, get your documents ready. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
The journey from central Honolulu to HNL takes approximately 2 hours and 58 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near HNL. Whether you have an early flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to Seattle
$241 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle. A return flight starts from $515. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HNL to Seattle.
The cheapest month for tickets from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 11 minutes by car. Central Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 23 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from HNL to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the busiest month for flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle. To escape the crowds, visit Seattle in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from HNL to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are leading attractions which should feature on any good Seattle itinerary.
Complete your Seattle trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Seattle and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Seattle.
