Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, making Seattle three hours behind Charlotte.
Flights from CLT to SEA start at 08:55 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:30 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 34 weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your CLT to SEA flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Flying into Seattle (and then discovering more of United States!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CLT to SEA flights. An exceptional 83.43% of its services on this route land on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CLT and SEA include:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
At the moment, 77 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 190 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CLT to SEA.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CLT to SEA.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of the departures from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Charlotte. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 4 hours 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CLT? If you're catching an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're landing on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and explore beyond Seattle's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to central Seattle has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Seattle based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Seattle during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CLT to SEA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another standout destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without visiting Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.