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Seattle Art Museum
Major downtown art museum with global collections, rotating exhibitions, and strong Pacific Northwest representation.
Flights from Palm Springs, CA to Seattle, WA depart on average 39 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $331 (€271) but you can travel from only $175 (€143) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:07, the last at 23:57. The fastest flight covers the 997 miles (1606 km) distance in 7h 31m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 997 miles (1606 km) |
Average flight duration 7h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $331 (€271) |
Flights per day 39 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 7h 31m |
First flight 12:07 AM |
Last flight 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palm Springs, CA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $175. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $175, and a flight costs an average of $331.
Distance: 997 miles (1606 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$362 Average price | $195 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price | $244 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 39m Average total duration Fastest 7h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 30m Average total duration 27h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42h 19m Average total duration 41h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palm Springs, CA to Seattle, WA:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palm Springs, CA to Seattle, WA costing on average $225 (€184).
A bus is $167 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palm Springs, CA to Seattle, WA costing on average $362 (€296).
Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 0m.
Train takes on average 41h 49m.
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palm Springs, CA 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.

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