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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Seattle to Los Angeles:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:49
• Latest: departs at 22:28 and lands at 01:17.

The flight takes about 2h 49m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Seattle to Los Angeles.

A direct flight from Seattle to Los Angeles takes 2h 49m, covering 2,472 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Seattle to Los Angeles range from $247 to $501, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $247 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 49% above the $368 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $268 return via Eugene (EUG), compared with $370 for direct.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Seattle to Los Angeles flights are:

• United Airlines: 95% on time
• American Airlines: 90% on time
• Alaska Airlines: 88% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$144 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Seattle to Los Angeles flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 35%, Evening flights for 21%, and Night flights for 4%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $319 to $1,240. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Seattle to Los Angeles flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• American Airlines
• JetBlue

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.

One-way fares from Seattle to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $189, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar

Flights from Seattle to Los Angeles usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

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 Los Angeles route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 34m.

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 19% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Oakland (OAK) – 12% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Seattle to Los Angeles. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $335 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $400, a difference of $65.

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

5 airlines operate flights between Seattle and Los Angeles. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Frontier

Flying via San Jose (SJC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 11m, compared to 5h 02m via Oakland (OAK) and 5h 19m via Sacramento Intl (SMF).

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Dodger Stadium, and Los Angeles Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Seattle to Los Angeles flights:

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

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

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

• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Yes. Delta and Alaska Airlines fly nonstop from Sea-Tac to LAX.

Wireless internet access is available in all public areas of Sea-Tac airport and is free of charge. Under-seat power outlets can be found at Gates A, B, D, and S. When you arrive at LAX, passengers can access free Wi-Fi in the public areas of all terminals to make it easier for travelers to stay connected.

The Playroom at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is open 24/7 and located between the Central Terminal and A gates. The brightly-colored room is full of activities for children to stay entertained before boarding their flights. Many restaurants at Sea-Tac also have children’s menus with healthy options.

The LAX FlyAway bus service operates seven days a week between LAX and a number of popular LA locations including Hollywood, Long Beach, Orange Line, Union Station, Van Nuys, and Westwood. Passengers leaving LAX can board buses on the arrivals level in front of each terminal. Each bus is marked with its service location and tickets may be purchased using credit or debit cards.