Calgary to Seattle (YYC–SEA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YYC–SEA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. WestJet, Alaska Airlines and SAS lead the route. The flight covers 452 miles in approximately 1h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 69 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS WestJet Also: CI, DL, EK | 21 | 73W, 7M8, DH8D | 1h55-2h11 | – | CI, DL, EK | |
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: KE | 15 | E75 | 1h49-1h50 | Oneworld | KE | |
| SK SAS | 4 | 7S8 | 1h55 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seattle from Calgary
| Metric | YYC→SEA | YEG→SEA | FCA→SEA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YYC | – | 152 mi | 194 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 59 | 22 | 77 |
| Flight time | 1h 49m | 1h 51m | 1h 30m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YYC: MDT · SEA: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Calgary, it's 5:00 PM in Seattle.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
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.
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.
YYC–SEA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YYC to SEA
Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, SAS and WestJet. With 59 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YYC to SEA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YYC to SEA ranges from 1 hours 49 minutes to 2 hours 11 minutes. The route covers a distance of 452 miles (727 km). There are approximately 59 weekly flights outbound and 74 return, totaling 133 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
69 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via GTF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Edmonton (YEG) and Kalispell (FCA).