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Cheapest round-trip
$960
Typical prices: $974-$1,242
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/22Sun 11/11
SYD - SEA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$622
Typical prices: $564-$852
American Airlines
Mon 10/15
SYD - SEA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Seattle. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $964 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Seattle (SYD-SEA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to Seattle

Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 11
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10:10 am - 12:16 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 06m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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5:59 pm - 9:00 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 01m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$960Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:10 am - 12:16 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 06m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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7:08 pm - 9:00 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 52m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$960Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26
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10:10 am - 12:16 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 06m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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9:12 pm - 9:00 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
41h 48m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$969Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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10:10 am - 12:16 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 06m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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5:04 pm - 9:00 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 56m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$973Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:30 am - 3:33 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
23h 03m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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11:59 pm - 7:00 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$978United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Nov 14
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11:20 am - 2:17 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 57m1 stop San Francisco
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11:59 pm - 7:00 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$978United Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Nov 8
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11:20 am - 12:18 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
18h 58m1 stop San Francisco
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7:05 am - 7:00 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$978United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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10:20 am - 9:27 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
17h 07m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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7:05 pm - 9:35 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,029Air Canada
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:00 am - 2:22 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
24h 22m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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7:05 pm - 2:40 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane
$1,058Air Canada
Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Oct 29
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10:20 am - 2:37 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
22h 17m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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10:10 am - 8:35 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 25m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,086Air Canada
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sydney to Seattle flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Sydney to Seattle with more confidence.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Seattle, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Seattle?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Seattle at $989 round-trip.
  • December ($1,157) and October ($1,140) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 16% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Sydney to Seattle the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Seattle are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Sydney to Seattle flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$622
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Sydney to Seattle

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Seattle based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sydney to Seattle flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Are there any direct flights from Sydney and Seattle?

    There aren’t any airlines offering direct flights from Sydney to Seattle. However, you will find that most of the itineraries come with just one stop along the way. Where you stop will depend on the airline you fly with. For example, flights with Qatar Airways come with a stop at Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha. Flights with Qantas, United, or American Airlines generally come with a stop in a US city like Los Angeles (LAX) or Honolulu (HNL).

  • Where do I go to hire a car at Seattle Airport?

    The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an off-site facility dedicated to hire cars. This is located a 5min drive from the airport and there are free shuttles operating 24h a day, all throughout the year. You will find the pick-up zone for the shuttle just outside the baggage claim level in the international arrivals hall.

  • Where are the taxi and ride-share pickup points at the Seattle Airport?

    App-based ride-share operators and taxis pick up passengers from the third floor of the parking garage. You should find the taxis on the north and south curbs. If you’re meeting a ride-share operator, they’ll generally head to rows G through J (the orange and purple sections) of this level of the garage. To get to this parking garage, you’ll need to cross the skybridge located one level up from baggage claim. Once you’re over the bridge, you’ll need to go back down a level to get to the third floor.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Seattle?

    Flights from Sydney to Seattle usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Seattle?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Seattle:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Seattle pass through?

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

    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Honolulu (HNL) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Vancouver Intl (YVR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Seattle?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the Sydney to Seattle route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,035 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,129, a difference of $94. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Seattle?

    Some of the most popular sights in Seattle are Pike Place Market, Pier 66 and Lumen Field. These are among the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Seattle flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $1,074. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Seattle?

    A nonstop flight from Sydney to Seattle takes 0h 00m, covering 7,744 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Seattle?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Seattle changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $941 to $6,836. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Seattle looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Seattle are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $741, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sydney to Seattle?

    Flying via Vancouver Intl (YVR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 41m, compared with 18h 51m via Honolulu (HNL) and 19h 01m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Seattle?

    Seattle is 17 hours behind Sydney (Pacific Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA)?

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Dollar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Seattle flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sydney to Seattle range from $974 to $1,242, with an average of $1,074 over the past 12 months. Anything below $974 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Seattle flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,035 - about $94 less than Saturday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Seattle trip for August. Fares historically average $989 round-trip in that month - typically $168 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.
    - Seattle Airport Marriott
    - Coast Gateway Hotel
    - Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport
  • Taxis and rideshare providers offer a quick and easy way to get to Sydney Airport (SYD). The trip takes around 20min from the city centre (depending on traffic) and generally costs around A$ 45-55.
  • Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) has three terminals. However, all international flights depart from Terminal 1, so this is the terminal you’ll need for your flight to Seattle, Washington.
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) features a range of larger-than-life art installations. It’s worth taking some time to explore creations like The Cathedral and Carbon Veil.

More options for your flight from Sydney to Seattle

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