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Seattle Art Museum
Major art museum with global collections, strong Native and modern holdings, and rotating blockbuster exhibitions downtown.










Cheapest price
$227
Average price
$547
Fastest journey
4h 35m
Average duration
9h 20m
Flights per day
32
Distance
2761 km
Flights from Chicago, IL to Seattle, WA depart on average 38 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $103 (€84) if you book in advance.
There are 10 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 1733 miles (2789 km) distance in 4h 36m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1733 miles (2789 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€84) |
Flights per day 38 |
Direct flights 10 |
Fastest flight 4h 36m |
First flight 12:05 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $103, and a train costs an average of $140.
Distance: 1733 miles (2789 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$347 Average price Cheapest | $523 Average price | $385 Average price | $410 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 50h 33m Average total duration 50h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 81h 54m Average total duration 81h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
8.4 - 16.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 7.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Seattle, WA:
A flight is $38 (€31) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Chicago, IL to Seattle, WA costing on average $385 (€316).
A flight is $176 (€144) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Seattle, WA costing on average $523 (€429).
Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:
Train takes on average 50h 3m.
Bus takes on average 81h 24m.
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Seattle, WA flights for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AS587 | 8:02 AM O'Hare International Airport | 4h35 | 10:37 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1304 · UA2823 · UA1577 | 8:40 AM O'Hare International Airport | 14h23 | 9:03 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA660 · UA1763 · UA1577 | 8:46 AM O'Hare International Airport | 14h17 | 9:03 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA535 · UA2460 · UA1550 | 8:51 AM O'Hare International Airport | 12h47 | 7:38 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA2520 | 10:06 AM O'Hare International Airport | 4h49 | 12:55 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1044 · UA1550 | 10:30 AM O'Hare International Airport | 11h08 | 7:38 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA606 · UA2387 | 12:11 PM O'Hare International Airport | 9h25 | 7:36 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2683 · UA2117 · UA1007 | 1:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 12h19 | 11:19 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2683 · UA2117 · UA1577 | 1:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 10h03 | 9:03 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2683 · UA1302 · UA1007 | 1:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 12h19 | 11:19 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS579 | 1:01 PM O'Hare International Airport | 4h41 | 3:42 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2451 · UA2456 | 2:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 10h27 | 10:42 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS325 · AS430 | 2:19 PM O'Hare International Airport | 6h14 | 6:33 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS325 · AS2421 | 2:19 PM O'Hare International Airport | 10h08 | 10:27 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS325 · AS2431 | 2:19 PM O'Hare International Airport | 17h34 | 5:53 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2329 · UA1796 | 2:25 PM O'Hare International Airport | 11h23 | 11:48 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1334 · UA1007 | 3:26 PM O'Hare International Airport | 9h53 | 11:19 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA793 · UA1273 · UA1389 | 3:40 PM O'Hare International Airport | 11h33 | 1:13 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AS407 | 3:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 4h39 | 6:22 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2251 · UA1007 | 3:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 9h22 | 11:19 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2171 · UA1796 | 3:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 9h51 | 11:48 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA714 · UA2456 | 4:05 PM O'Hare International Airport | 8h37 | 10:42 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1801 | 4:20 PM O'Hare International Airport | 4h46 | 7:06 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA511 · UA1389 | 4:30 PM O'Hare International Airport | 10h43 | 1:13 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2988 · AA1487 | 4:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 10h06 | 12:57 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1741 · AS1473 | 5:59 PM O'Hare International Airport | 17h20 | 9:19 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1559 · AA1487 | 6:29 PM O'Hare International Airport | 8h28 | 12:57 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1487+ AA3544 | 7:14 PM O'Hare International Airport | 7h43 | 12:57 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS1645 | 7:17 PM O'Hare International Airport | 4h41 | 9:58 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
![]() | 1:01 AM Chicago, IL | 4h44 | 5:45 AM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2820 | 8:05 PM O'Hare International Airport | 4h51 | 10:56 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS329 | 8:20 PM O'Hare International Airport | 4h44 | 11:04 PM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
![]() | 2:20 AM Chicago, IL | 4h39 | 6:59 AM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:54 AM Chicago, IL | 4h40 | 7:34 AM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 AM Chicago, IL | 4h36 | 7:36 AM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1459 | 10:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 4h37 | 12:52 AM Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
![]() | 3:40 AM Chicago, IL | 4h44 | 8:24 AM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major art museum with global collections, strong Native and modern holdings, and rotating blockbuster exhibitions downtown.
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Leading aviation museum featuring historic aircraft, spacecraft, and hands-on exhibits near Boeing Field.
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Lively waterfront district with ferries, the Great Wheel, promenades, and classic Elliott Bay scenery.
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or screens; small tips are appreciated.
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Most Chicago, IL to Seattle, WA flights use the O'Hare International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Chicago, IL and Seattle, WA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
O'Hare International Airport is 3 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
O'Hare International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and intertiol. Top options include Tortas Frontera and Publican Tavern.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at O'Hare International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at O'Hare International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at O'Hare International Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels such as Hilton Chicago O'Hare are located on airport grounds, with others like the Hyatt Regency nearby..
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are available, including fast food and sit-down options like McDold's and Beecher's Handmade Cheese.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, including near baggage claim and ticketingas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, such as the Seattle Airport Marriott and Hilton Seattle Airport..
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