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Seattle Art Museum
Major art museum with global collections, strong Native and modern holdings, and rotating blockbuster exhibitions downtown.
Flights from Iowa City, IA to Seattle, WA depart on average 54 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €321 but you can travel from only €296 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 19:12. The fastest flight covers the 1557 miles (2507 km) distance in 5h 10m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1557 miles (2507 km) |
Average flight duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €321 |
Flights per day 54 |
Fastest flight 5h 10m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 7:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 2 days |
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Iowa City, IA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €296 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 59h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €296, while a bus costs an average of €296.
Distance: 1557 miles (2507 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
€296 Average price Cheapest | €309 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59h 40m Average total duration Fastest 59h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Iowa City, IA to Seattle, WA:
A bus is €155 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Iowa City, IA to Seattle, WA costing on average €451.
Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:
Bus takes on average 59h 10m.
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Lively waterfront district with ferries, the Great Wheel, promenades, and classic Elliott Bay scenery.
Beloved hilltop park offering postcard views of downtown, Elliott Bay, and Mount Rainier, especially at sunset.
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Seattle-style teriyaki is grilled meat with sweet-savory sauce, usually over rice and salad. It became a defining everyday local meal across the city.
Geoduck is a large Pacific Northwest clam, often served raw or lightly cooked. It is prized locally for its sweet taste and connection to regional seafood.
Historic Pike Place Market spot famed for clam chowder, seafood sandwiches, and casual counter service with a lively market atmosphere.
Long-running market restaurant known for Dungeness crab cakes, seafood entrées, and views over Pike Place with a classic local feel.
Acclaimed fine dining destination focused on seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredients, refined tasting menus, and elegant service near Pike Place.
Seattle is pricier than many US cities, with higher hotel, dining, and parking costs. Transit is reasonable, but central stays and waterfront meals raise typical visitor budgets.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or screens; small tips are appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Iowa City, IA to Seattle, WA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Iowa City, IA to Seattle, WA flights use the Cedar Rapids to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Iowa City, IA and Seattle, WA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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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