Question 1

Are there many food outlets at Seattle Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are over 30 dining options at Seattle airport to ensure you don’t fly on an empty stomach. Enjoy a glass of local wine paired with a selection of small plates or a handcrafted ale with some tasty pub fare. Whether you prefer bagels, burgers, or breakfast burritos, there is something for all tastes. A wide selection of pastries and coffee are also available.

Question 2

Can I do some last-minute shopping at Sea-Tac?

Accepted Answer

Left something at home? The shops at Seattle Airport have you covered. Find a last-minute gift or stock up on travel essentials and electronics before you fly. Don’t forget to pick up books, toys and snacks if you’re traveling with children.

Question 3

How can I relax before my flight from Washington?

Accepted Answer

If you have a case of the pre-flight jitters, the Massage Bar near the N gates offers foot and back massages by licensed therapists. Massages help to boost circulation, reduce stress, and help travelers relax. No appointment is necessary.

Question 4

What’s the easiest way to get to the city from JFK?

Accepted Answer

The complimentary AirTrain runs three separate routes around JFK airport. The All Terminals route travels from the airline terminals to the car parks, rental car facilities, and hotel shuttle pick-up areas. The Jamaica Station route will take you to Jamaica Station, where you can take a Long Island Railroad Train to Long Island or Penn Station. You can also connect to the E, J, and C subway lines into New York City. The Howard Beach line connects to Howard Beach Station, which allows you to take the A train into Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan.

Question 5

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Seattle to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating Seattle to New York flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Question 6

Which airlines are available on the route from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

4 airlines operate flights between Seattle and New York. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• United Airlines
• JetBlue

Question 7

Which airports can I use when flying from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Seattle to New York usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

Question 8

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Seattle to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Question 9

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Only Economy class is available on flights from Seattle to New York.

Question 10

How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average €175 return via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared with €358 for direct.

Question 11

What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge €30–€86 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 12

Which airports do connecting flights from Seattle to New York pass through?

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from Seattle to New York most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 31% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 10% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 10% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) – 10% of one-stop connections

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Question 13

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Seattle to New York route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at €330 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at €394, a difference of €64. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 14

At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Seattle to New York route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 49 minutes.

Question 15

How are flight departures from Seattle to New York spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on Seattle to New York flights, with 51% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 28%, Afternoon flights for 21%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Question 16

What popular places can I visit in New York?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Grand Central Terminal. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

Question 17

What are the earliest and latest flights from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Seattle to New York:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 11:24
• Latest: departs at 23:43 and lands at 05:07.

The flight takes about 5h 24m.

Question 18

How expensive are last-minute Seattle to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 31% above the route average of €355. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 19

How long is a flight from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Seattle to New York takes 5h 24m, covering 6,216 km.

Question 20

Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Question 21

Have flight prices from Seattle to New York changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about €273 to €1,840. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Question 22

How are flight prices from Seattle to New York looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Seattle to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €182, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

Question 23

How does Delta's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Seattle to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Alaska Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Seattle to New York flights are:

• Delta: 88% on time
• Alaska Airlines: 86% on time
• JetBlue: 78% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

Question 24

How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Question 25

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 34m, compared to 8h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h 19m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

Question 26

What is the time difference between Seattle and New York?

Accepted Answer

New York is 3 hours ahead of Seattle (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 27

What car hire options are available in New York?

Accepted Answer

Since New York is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around €18:

· Ace
· Budget
· Hertz
· Dollar
· Avis

Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around €14:

· Ace
· Budget
· Hertz
· Dollar
· Avis

Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around €24:

· Ace
· Budget
· Alamo
· Dollar
· Hertz

Question 28

How much should I expect to pay for a Seattle to New York flight?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from Seattle to New York range from €262 to €470, with an average of €355 over the past 12 months. Anything below €262 counts as a good deal.

Question 29

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Seattle to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Seattle to New York flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• JetBlue
• Delta

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Question 30

How much is a return flight from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from Seattle to New York start at €273. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from €262 to €470. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €273 on United Airlines.

Question 31

What is the cheapest Seattle to New York flight route?

Accepted Answer

There's little price difference between Seattle to New York routes. They average around €345 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 32

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to New York and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Question 33

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

October is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to New York at €277 return.
July (€443) and August (€428) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 34

When are prices from Seattle to New York the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Seattle to New York are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 35

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines (€273) and Alaska Airlines (€281) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Seattle to New York according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 36

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Seattle and New York?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines and Delta offer the most frequent direct flights from Seattle to New York at 49 and 28 flights per week, respectively. United Airlines is another good option, operating 19 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 37

How often are flights from Seattle to New York delayed?

Accepted Answer

Over the last 12 months, Seattle to New York flights were delayed in 13% of cases. Delayed flights averaged 169 minutes behind schedule.

Question 38

What is the most punctual time of day to fly from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Evening flights have the fewest delays. Afternoon departures experience delays most often. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 39

Which day of the week has the fewest delays on Seattle to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the Seattle to New York route at only 9% of flights delayed.
Sunday has the most delays at 18%. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 40

Which airline is the most punctual on Seattle to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Delta is the most punctual airline on Seattle to New York flights – KAYAK's system tracked that 88% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.

Question 41

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular stopover for the Seattle to New York route. 31% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

Question 42

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of €175. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 43

Which route, including a stopover, takes the shortest amount of time to travel from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Seattle to New York at 7h 34m one-way, 2h 10m longer than the 5h 24m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 44

When flying from Seattle to New York, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Accepted Answer

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for Seattle to New York stopovers at 264 minutes over the past 3 months.

Question 45

How many direct flights run daily between Seattle and New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 14 to 15 flights per day from Seattle to New York, about 99 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 15% of weekly flights.

Question 46

What time of day do most flights depart from Seattle to New York?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from Seattle to New York depart in the morning, accounting for 51% of direct departures. Around 7 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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