Flying from Nanaimo to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's major gateways.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Seattle one hour ahead of Nanaimo.
To ensure you make it on your Nanaimo to Seattle flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to Seattle
To find cheap Nanaimo to Seattle flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Nanaimo to Seattle is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nanaimo to Seattle. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Pick up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Nanaimo to Seattle has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Nanaimo to Seattle:
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Nanaimo to Seattle, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are popular attractions which should feature on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
