Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 4 hours 46 minutes. Atlanta's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Atlanta 3 hours ahead of Seattle.
Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport start from 06:00 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is the 23:53 service with Alaska Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 86 weekly services from SEA to ATL.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SEA and ATL are:
Portland International Airport
Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field)
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is ر.ق. 367. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 749. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from SEA to ATL.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from SEA to ATL is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The journey from central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport takes about 54 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel close to SEA? If you're on an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Consider booking a hotel near ATL if you're on a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
From Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Atlanta is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 9 minutes.
When to fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Atlanta based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19 ºC to 34 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -3 ºC and 14 ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from SEA to ATL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Atlanta
After locking in your flights from SEA to ATL, you'll want to find a hotel in Atlanta. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are popular attractions which should be on any good Atlanta itinerary.
Complete your Atlanta trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Atlanta stay.
