{ "response": { "Key": "FLL-SEA", "orig": { "code": "FLL", "type": "airport", "city": "Fort Lauderdale", "fullCity": "Fort Lauderdale, Florida", "airport": "Hollywood Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "SEA", "type": "airport", "city": "Seattle", "fullCity": "Seattle, Washington", "airport": "Seattle-Tacoma Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "The flight from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle is about 2,710 miles and typically takes 6 hours and 35 minutes nonstop, while the return flight is shorter at 5 hours and 55 minutes due to prevailing winds.", "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "Yes, Delta and Alaska Airlines both fly nonstop from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle, each with three daily departures. Flights operate daily on both carriers, with a typical block time of about 6 hours and 35 minutes westbound. Alaska tends to have slightly lower median fares around $234, while Delta's median is about $228.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Seattle?", "answer": "Link light rail connects SEA directly to downtown Seattle in about 40 minutes, with trains running frequently from the terminal's parking garage; it's the most-used and cost-effective option. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft pick up on the third floor of the parking garage, and metered taxis are available on the north and south curbs of the same level. Rental cars are located off-site with free 24-hour shuttle buses. King County Metro buses also serve the airport, stopping near the light rail station. The light rail is generally the fastest and most popular choice, but rideshare or taxi can be quicker during off-peak times.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.portseattle.org/blog/smooth-sailing-guide-between-sea-airport-and-seattle-cruise-terminals", "title": "Smooth Sailing Guide between SEA Airport and the Seattle Cruise Terminals | Port of Seattle", "time_published": "2025-05-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.portseattle.org/blog/wander-while-you-wait-exploring-beyond-sea", "title": "Wander While You Wait — Exploring Beyond SEA | Port of Seattle", "time_published": "2025-08-18T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SeaTac_Airport", "title": "Seattle–Tacoma International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2003-07-10T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seattle%E2%80%93Tacoma%20International%20Airport", "title": "Seattle–Tacoma International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-29T19:20:41Z" }, { "url": "http://www.portseattle.org/exploremore?page=1&tid=125", "title": "Explore More List | Port of Seattle", "time_published": "2000-01-01T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "Average fares from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle bottom out around $307 in late January, which is the cheapest stretch of the year for this route. The cheapest months overall are January and February, both averaging $323, with October close behind at $332. The most expensive period is late June, where average fares climb to about $425, and July is the priciest month overall at $419 on average.", "methodology": "Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "For Fort Lauderdale to Seattle, the best fares come when you book about 4 to 7 weeks ahead, averaging $280, with the single cheapest day around 40 days out at $278. Booking much earlier — say 5 to 6 months ahead — pushes prices up to $400 or more, and waiting until the last week also costs more. Around summer and holiday peaks, you'll generally want to lean toward the early end of that window, since demand inflates prices faster.", "methodology": "Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "No nonstop red-eye flights operate from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle, but connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight flight are available. For example, Southwest offers a connection via Chicago Midway (MDW) with the overnight leg departing MDW at 21:00 and arriving in Seattle at 23:35 the same night, and American offers a connection via Chicago O'Hare (ORD) with the overnight leg departing ORD at 21:11 and arriving in Seattle at 23:59 the same night.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "Delta and Alaska Airlines operate non‑stop from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle, with about 21 weekly flights on Delta and 20 on Alaska. Both carriers run daily service with morning and evening departures. Typical per‑carrier fares for this route aren't listed, but other connecting options may be available through their hubs.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Fort Lauderdale and Seattle?", "answer": "Common layover cities between Fort Lauderdale and Seattle include Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, Phoenix and Atlanta. These hubs offer broad domestic connections and efficient transfer processes, keeping total travel time competitive." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "Delta Air Lines is the most reliable carrier on this route with 75.8% of arrivals on time, followed by Alaska Airlines at 67.8%. Cancellation rates are low for both, around 1.0–1.2%.", "methodology": "On-time arrival and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; a flight counts as on time when it arrives within 15 minutes of schedule. Carriers are ranked by arrival on-time rate on this route, and the carrier list itself comes from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI).", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Seattle?", "answer": "July and August offer the sunniest, warmest weather with minimal rain, while September sees fewer crowds and still pleasant conditions." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "Bring a Real ID or passport, a payment method for bags, and any required health documents; no visa or proof of onward travel is needed for this domestic flight." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Seattle?", "answer": "Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is the primary airport serving the city, located about 14 miles south of downtown. It handles most domestic and international flights, with major airlines including Alaska Airlines and Delta. There are no other commercial airports in Seattle, so it is your only choice." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Hollywood Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Fort Lauderdale, the most popular and fastest option is a taxi or ride‑share, taking about 10–15 minutes. Broward County Transit Route 1 provides low‑cost public bus service, with a stop at the Rental Car Center, while the Tri‑Rail commuter train connects via a free shuttle from the terminals to the nearby station. Driving and parking are straightforward, with the airport just a few miles southwest of the city center.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Transportation/Pages/PublicTransportation.aspx", "title": "Transportation Public Transportation", "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Flights/Pages/DomesticInternationalLocations.aspx", "title": "Flights/Airlines Domestic / International Destinations", "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Lauderdale%E2%80%93Hollywood_International", "title": "Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-14T22:47:44Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Lauderdale-Hollywood_International_Airport", "title": "Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2003-07-15T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.broward.org/airport/business/about/Pages/CustomerService.aspx", "title": "About FLL Contact Us", "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Seattle airport?", "answer": "Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) does not have an on-site hotel or sleeping pods inside the terminal, but several nearby hotels offer free shuttle service, including the Seattle Airport Marriott and Residence Inn by Marriott, both less than a mile from the airport. These hotels are not attached to any terminal and require a short shuttle ride. For in-terminal rest, passengers can find quiet spots in concourses A through D and the satellite terminals, though seating is limited and no designated sleep facilities exist.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/seattle-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Seattle Airport Guide (SEA) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-08T19:18:01Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/seara-residence-inn-seattle-sea-tac-airport/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0", "title": "Airport Shuttle & Near SEA | Residence Inn Seattle Sea-Tac Airport", "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://www.portseattle.org/Sea-Tac/Pages/default.aspx", "title": "Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | Port of Seattle", "time_published": "2026-04-18T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/seawa-seattle-airport-marriott/overview/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw0PWRBhDKARIsAPKHFGhmUt2mC-WobK99kCuOjPMPOWiTky6Ue8-pBic_4rzWZjScsYnFkwcaAtlOEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds", "title": "Hotel close to SeaTac | Seattle Airport Marriott", "time_published": "2023-08-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seattle%E2%80%93Tacoma%20International%20Airport", "title": "Seattle–Tacoma International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-29T19:20:41Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/seara-residence-inn-seattle-sea-tac-airport/overview/", "title": "Hotel near Sea-Tac Airport | Residence Inn by Marriott", "time_published": "2024-10-11T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "The nonstop service from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle is operated by Alaska Airlines using the Boeing 737 MAX 9. On connecting itineraries, the most common long-leg aircraft are the Airbus A321-100 (often via Charlotte, Chicago O\\’Hare, or Dallas/Fort Worth on American), the Boeing 737-800 and 737-900 (frequently via Houston or Denver on United), and the Boeing 737 MAX 8 (via Chicago Midway or Denver on Southwest or United). The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi\\‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available across these types.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "Delta (SkyTeam) and Alaska Airlines (oneworld) fly nonstop from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle. No other alliances have nonstop service on this route, and neither carrier is unaffiliated.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Fort Lauderdale?", "answer": "Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) has a Delta Sky Club in Terminal 2 and an Escape Lounge – The Centurion Studio Partner in Terminal 3. The Delta Sky Club is accessible with a same-day Delta One or SkyTeam premium cabin ticket, Delta Gold Medallion or higher status on an international itinerary, or an annual membership; it offers a full bar and hot food. The Escape Lounge accepts American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders, as well as Priority Pass members, and features a complimentary buffet and craft cocktails. No other branded lounges (such as United Club or American Admirals Club) are confirmed at FLL.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/FLL", "title": "American Express Lounges at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-xb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/FLL", "title": "American Express Lounges at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | Amex XB", "time_published": "2026-05-04T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/usa/ft-lauderdale-fl-intl", "title": "Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport FLL Lounges - FLL Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Lauderdale%E2%80%93Hollywood_International", "title": "Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-14T22:47:44Z" }, { "url": "https://www.broward.org/airport/business/about/Pages/CustomerService.aspx", "title": "About FLL Contact Us", "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "On Fort Lauderdale–Seattle flights, basic economy fares often exclude a free checked bag but allow a small personal item; carry-on may require an upgrade. Standard economy typically includes a carry-on and personal item, with checked bags available for a fee. Always confirm with your airline, as policies differ." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Fort Lauderdale to Seattle?", "answer": "Fort Lauderdale to Seattle flights typically offer Economy and First class with spacious seating, but flat-bed Business and Premium Economy are uncommon on this domestic route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare purchased; flexible tickets and premium cabins generally offer same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy usually does not." } } } }