Flying from Shenyang Airport (SHE) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Seattle's timezone is UTC-8, making Seattle 16 hours behind Shenyang.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your SHE to SEA flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shenyang Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SHE and SEA:
Beijing Capital Airport
Incheon International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
Handy information about Shenyang Airport (SHE)
The address for SHE is 2 Baishan East Rd.
Shenyang Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SHE arrive at their destination as scheduled 87% of the time.
To reach Shenyang Airport from central Shenyang, it takes about 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near SHE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shenyang Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Shenyang Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. Reserve 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 and explore beyond Seattle's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Shenyang Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Seattle in March.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Shenyang Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SHE to SEA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Spokane is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without visiting Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
