Flying from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) jetting off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Montreal. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle.
The busiest route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). You can choose from 3 direct services every week. Air Canada operates a 4:45pm departure between YUL and SEA.
To ensure you catch your flight from Montreal to SEA, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) leave from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with Air Canada. This top carrier offers services from YUL.
Air Canada sees the most traveller bookings for flights from YUL to SEA.
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
64.89% of flights that leave from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
YHU is around 40 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Montreal to SEA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near St. Hubert Airport:
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Pick up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Central Seattle is around 18 kilometres from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
149 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. A return flight starts from 266 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Montreal to SEA.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
May is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Seattle based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Montreal to SEA plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seattle right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Montreal to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Your Seattle trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Seattle, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 209 kilometres south to Portland to tick off its top sights. From Portland Japanese Garden to Voodoo Doughnut and Great Northwest, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Vancouver is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres south of Seattle. No journey is complete without visiting Vancouver Waterfront, Reconstructed HBC Fort Vancouver and Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Garden.