Cheap flights from Newark Liberty to Seattle-Tacoma from $249
Updated 2026-08-10
2395 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 5h 13m with 6 airlines operating direct service from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Seattle-Tacoma (SEA). Fares on this corridor stay relatively stable across the year — booking 4–8 weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure typically secures the best price.
Flying from Newark Liberty
Newark Liberty serves as one of New York's three primary airports and United's principal East Coast hub. Three terminals A, B and C connect via the AirTrain people mover to the NJ Transit and Amtrak rail station, with NJ Transit reaching New York Penn Station in 25 minutes for around $16. Newark fares are typically a few dollars cheaper than JFK on the same routes thanks to United's heavy capacity; international long-haul is the deepest of the three NYC airports for European destinations.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma is 14 miles south of downtown Seattle, with the Link Light Rail Red Line running directly from the airport station to Westlake in 38 minutes for $3.25 — possibly the simplest big-city airport transfer in the United States. Fares peak in mid-summer (June–August) and around Bumbershoot/Labor Day; January and February are the cheapest months despite winter rain.
Who flies EWR to SEA?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| United Airlines | UA | 5h 13m | Economy |
| JetBlue Airways | B6 | 5h 13m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 5h 13m | Economy |
| American Airlines | AA | 5h 13m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 5h 13m | Economy |
| Alaska Airlines | AS | 5h 13m | Economy |
6 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Newark to Seattle FAQs
Direct flights from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) take approximately 5h 13m for the 2395-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
6 carriers operate direct service from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Seattle-Tacoma (SEA): United Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and 1 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — United Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
No — United States is domestic travel for US citizens. A US passport is not required for the 50 states, DC or US territories (Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands), though Real ID-compliant ID is required at TSA from May 2025.
Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) is the primary international airport for Seattle. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.