Book Seattle Flights

Flights to Seattle land at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. It lies in SeaTac in Washington and serves Seattle and Tacoma, Washington and the remaining areas of western Washington. Seattle-Tacoma International is the main hub for Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air. The airport is an important gateway to North America, the Middle East, East Asia and Europe. The airport has a Central Terminal and two Satellite Terminals, the latter being connected to the former by way of an underground 'people mover' system. Upon arrival, travelers on Seattle flights can avail public transportation to the city. Light rail lines of Central Link, King County Metro buses and Sound Transit express buses serve the Seattle-Tacoma International. All these services are located adjacent to door 00, at the end of the baggage claim area. Yellow Cab and Shuttle Express also operate from the airport to different parts of Seattle and nearby areas.

Seattle Weather

The weather in Seattle is typically mild. Winters are wet, but not so cold, while summers are usually dry and warm. Though most of the months are wet, the rain is misty, constant and can be enjoyed, though some may find it dreary. The city receives most of its rainfall from November to March, though the weather does clear up once in a while during spring to reveal some beautiful days. The best time to book flights to Seattle is in April and May when lush, green vegetation and flowers are all around. With dry and sunny weather, summer is the peak travel season and brings in lots of tourists on flights to Seattle.

Getting Around Seattle

From your Seattle flight, you may get into the city fast and conveniently using the public transportation system. The Central Link light rail line was the first rapid transit system running from the airport to downtown Seattle, with many city stops along the route. King County Metro bus services have routes throughout the city. The electric trolley buses are a special feature of the transport system in Seattle. Ferries also help connect Seattle to Bainbridge and Vashon Islands. Apart from public transportation options, taxis and rental cars are also effective means of transportation while in Seattle. No matter what option visitors choose, major attractions including the Seattle Art Museum and Pioneer Building are within easy reach.

Seattle Attractions

Surrounded by beautiful forests, Seattle is known as the Emerald City. While it seems to rain most of the time, people lose no time in rushing outdoors the moment the sun peeks out, a testimony to the fun-loving disposition of the local populace. After your flight to Seattle you can enjoy the numerous things to see and do, such as:

• Visit the Seattle Art Museum that houses totems, canoes, masks and other distinctive items of the Northwest coastal tribes.
• The Space Needle is a modern structure defining the skyline of Seattle, and has an observation station with a revolving restaurant at a height of 520 feet.
• The Museum of Flight is a must-see for aviation enthusiasts that traces the history of flight from da Vinci's flying machines to the NASA space programs.
• The Odyssey Maritime Discovery Centre is a museum for boat buffs.
• See the Pioneer Building, a fine remnant of Victorian architecture in the Seattle area.

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