Travelling from Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport (YXY): What you need to know
The timezone in Whitehorse is UTC-7, which is one hour ahead of Seattle. Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport is located in Whitehorse.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Seattle to YXY. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Seattle to YXY, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is an option when departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is about 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to YXY flight:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80% of flights taking off from here land when expected.
About Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport (YXY)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YXY:
Getting from Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport (YXY) to central Whitehorse
Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Whitehorse. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport (YXY)
At the moment, 168 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 297 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to YXY. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport (YXY)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport (YXY). Visit Whitehorse in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Seattle to YXY plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Whitehorse to range from 4ºC (39ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
December sees temperatures of between -31ºC (-24ºF) and -8ºC (18ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Whitehorse
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Whitehorse right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Miles Canyon, Schwatka Lake and S.S. Klondike are must-visits when exploring Whitehorse.
Explore more of Canada
Discover the best of Whitehorse, then set off to uncover other exciting places in Canada. Head west to Haines Junction, around 129 kilometres away. Kathleen Lake and Da Ku Cultural Centre are ideal first stops here.