Tacoma to Seattle (TIW–SEA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Tacoma to Seattle
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
18 mi 2 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between TIW and SEA, connecting options are available through 2 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for TIW to SEA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
TIW → SEA
95%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
95%
Return
SEA → TIW
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SEA delays →

Other ways to reach Seattle from Tacoma

Nearby airports with service to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport.
Metric TIW→SEA BFI→SEA YYJ→SEA
Distance from TIW 22 mi 103 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 2
Weekly flights 0 1 35
Airports within 200 miles of TIW with service to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Seattle is 0 hours the same as Tacoma.
TIW: MDT · SEA: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Tacoma, it's 6:00 PM in Seattle.
Distance & Flight Time
18 mi / 28 km
Getting from SEA

Link Light Rail from the airport station (inside the terminal) to downtown Seattle takes 38 minutes ($3.50). No transfers needed; trains run 5am to 1am daily.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown cost $35–55. For Bellevue and Eastside destinations (across Lake Washington), ride-share is faster than Link. Car rentals are in the consolidated rental facility; take the free shuttle from baggage claim. Sound Transit buses serve Tacoma, Renton, and Federal Way.

Seattle Climate

Marine west coast climate. Winters are mild but persistently grey and rainy (3–9°C). Snow is rare at sea level but can occur December through February, causing significant disruptions when it does. The airport sits between Seattle and Tacoma in an area that receives more fog and low cloud than downtown Seattle.

Summers are famously pleasant (18–25°C) with low humidity and mostly clear skies, one of the best flying climates in the US from June through September. The wettest months are November through January.

TIW–SEA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Tacoma to Seattle route.
Route details
Distance18 mi / 28 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: TIW
IATA / ICAOTIW / KTIW
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Elevation294 ft / 90 m
Destination: SEA
IATA / ICAOSEA / KSEA
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr52.6M
Elevation433 ft / 132 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TIW to SEA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PDX and DAL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include BFI, YYJ and BLI. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PDX. Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (BFI), Victoria (YYJ) and Bellingham (BLI).