Travelling from Detroit to Seattle: what you need to know
Many great adventures kick off from Detroit's main airport, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Check out the options for catching a flight from Detroit to Seattle leaving from this base.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the chief entry point to Seattle.
The average duration of a direct Detroit to Seattle flight is 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Detroit.
The busiest route for flights from Detroit to Seattle is from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Take your pick of 39 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DTW to SEA is the 06:35 Delta Air Lines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final scheduled service is at 20:25 with Delta Air Lines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Detroit to Seattle flight.
If you're going away during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit to Seattle
£53 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Detroit to Seattle. A return flight starts at £157. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap Detroit to Seattle flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Detroit to Seattle is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Set out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on a nonstop flight from Detroit to Seattle. From DTW, you can fly straight to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Be on the lookout for deals with Delta Air Lines. This carrier offers direct Detroit to Seattle plane tickets out of DTW.
Travelling from central Detroit to DTW takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 miles in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Detroit to Seattle, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, data shows 75.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 11 miles. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Detroit to Seattle. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget to explore Seattle and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your Detroit to Seattle flight.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Detroit to Seattle has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is approximately 2 miles from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to LKE. Kick back after your Detroit to Seattle flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Detroit to Seattle. July is the busiest month for a trip to Seattle. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Detroit to Seattle ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from Detroit to Seattle in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Detroit to Seattle, browse our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
Explore more of United States
You've done Seattle, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 150 miles south to Portland to check off its leading attractions. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Spokane, roughly 230 miles east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are among the biggest draws.
