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Two cabin classes are available on flights from Seattle to Hilo:

• Economy Class
• First Class

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Seattle to Hilo. Flights with 1 layover take between 8h 46m and 10h 22m in total, depending on the connection.

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.

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Hilo range from $444 to $684, with an average of $553 over the past 12 months. Anything below $444 counts as a good deal.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $467 to $3,218. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Seattle to Hilo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $261, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Alamo

Flights from Seattle to Hilo usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Hilo Intl (ITO).

Connecting flights from Seattle to Hilo most commonly pass through:

• Honolulu (HNL) - 97% of one-stop connections
• Kahului (OGG) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Seattle to Hilo. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $505 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $682, a difference of $177.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Honolulu (HNL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 46m, compared with 10h 22m via Kahului (OGG).

Hilo is 3 hours behind Seattle (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Hawaiian Airlines commonly has layovers in Honolulu (HNL), while Alaska Airlines often has layovers in Portland (PDX) or Los Angeles (LAX) for flights between Seattle and Hilo. If United Airlines is chosen, typical layover locations include San Francisco (SFO), Los Angeles (LAX), or Denver (DEN), depending on the specific flight itinerary.

From the Hilo International Airport (ITO) to the city center, there are many transportation options. Two examples of ride-hailing services that may be accessed using a smartphone app are Uber and Lyft. Taxis are also readily available outside the baggage claim area. If having your own car gives you more freedom, you can hire one from one of the rental car companies at the airport.

There are several accommodations available close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). One of these is the Seattle Airport Marriott, which is located just outside the terminal. The Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center is an additional choice that is close by and can be reached on foot. Another hotel near the airport that is accessible on foot is the Crowne Plaza Seattle Airport. For travelers who need to be close to the airport, particularly those with early or late flights, these hotels offer handy lodging options.

Passengers can upgrade from first class to economy class on Alaska Airlines through the "First Class Upgrade" program. Depending on availability, upgrades can be purchased with cash, miles, or a mix of both.