Flying from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS): What you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore your departure options from this base when booking your flights from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS).
3 hours 10 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Seattle to Tucson International Airport flight.
Tucson International Airport is located in Tucson. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour ahead of Seattle.
With 19 direct flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tucson International Airport (TUS) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:55am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from SEA to TUS is with Alaska Airlines at 8:46pm.
Your flight from Seattle to TUS won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Alaska Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Seattle to Tucson International Airport taking off from SEA.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between SEA and TUS is Alaska Airlines.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
80% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when flying out of SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can arrive at PAE from central Seattle in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to TUS flight:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 80% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Tucson International Airport (TUS)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near TUS and turn out the lights sooner:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Seattle to Tucson International Airport flight.
TUS is located at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
From Tucson International Airport, central Tucson is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Tucson International Airport is $119. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $238. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from Seattle to TUS, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Seattle to Tucson International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
October is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Tucson International Airport (TUS), while March is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Tucson based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Seattle to TUS plane ticket departing in June if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tucson to range from 19ºC to 38ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Tucson International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tucson
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Tucson International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tucson:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Saguaro National Park East Unit, St. Augustine Cathedral and El Presidio Plaza are major attractions which should be on every Tucson itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Tucson. Around 177 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.
Mesa is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres northwest of Tucson. No trip is complete without visiting Mesa Arts Centre, Commemorative Air Force Museum and Arizona Museum of Natural History.