Travelling from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Hilo Airport (ITO): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SEA to ITO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Hilo Airport. Many travellers pass through Honolulu International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Hilo Airport (ITO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Hilo Airport flight is 187 €. A return ticket right now is 435 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SEA to ITO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Hilo Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Hilo Airport.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Seattle to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near SEA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Hilo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Hilo Airport (ITO)
If you're coming in on a late Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Hilo Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ITO:
Grab a Hilo Airport rental car and discover Hilo and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Hilo Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Hilo Airport (ITO) to central Hilo
Hilo Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Hilo. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Hilo Airport (ITO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Hilo Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Hilo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Hilo Airport for October if you'd like to go to Hilo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SEA to ITO in March if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Honolulu is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Hilo. Around 338 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.