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Nonstop flight about 2 h 30

Seattle from Denver

From Denver, a nonstop flight gets you in Seattle in about 2 h 30. You land at Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 11 miles from the destination, after 1,022 miles of flight. You can also fly nonstop to BFI (about 2 h 30).

In Seattle, the best months for a trip are July and August, with daytime highs up to 74 °F.

7 days in Seattle in August, Beach and hiking, from Denver on your own

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Flight time from Denver
about 2 h 30
Flight distance DEN to SEA
1,022 miles
Nonstop from DEN to 2 airports
Nonstop flight
Best time to go
July and August

Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.

Choosing the best season for Seattle

July and August are strong choices for travelers who want the clearest summer rhythm. Average daytime temperatures reach 74 °F, nighttime temperatures reach 56 °F, and July records 10 sunshine hours. These conditions work well for waterfront walks, ferry rides, Seattle Center, and day trips toward the surrounding landscape.

Seattle
SeattleiPhoto: Guywelch2000 · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Denver
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Spring brings a changeable mix of showers and brighter stretches. April averages 56 °F during the day and 40 °F at night, with 17 rain days. It is a practical month for pairing indoor attractions such as museums with flexible outdoor plans, so keep each day light enough to respond to the weather.

Autumn suits visitors who enjoy fresh air and comfortable daytime walking. September averages 69 °F by day and 52 °F overnight, with 7 sunshine hours. October is cooler and wetter, making downtown meals, galleries, and covered destinations useful additions. Winter remains a rewarding choice for city food, museums, markets, and a clear change of scenery from Denver.

How to build a Seattle itinerary after landing

A first visit benefits from one base near central Seattle. From there, the Space Needle, Seattle Center, Pike Place Market, the waterfront, and downtown dining areas are convenient to organize around. A balanced pace allows you to see several parts of the city without turning every day into a sequence of tightly timed stops.

How to build a Seattle itinera
How to build a Seattle itinera

For a three-day trip, begin with Seattle Center and the waterfront, then devote another day to Pike Place Market and nearby neighborhoods. Use the final day for a weather-responsive outing or a museum-led schedule. This structure gives you a recognizable city route while preserving room for meals, discoveries, and changing conditions.

A seven-day trip benefits from grouping activities by area. Spend one day around Seattle Center, another at the market and downtown, and another for a surrounding landscape experience. Keep a lighter day between busier outings. This rhythm helps everyone settle into the destination and makes it easier to adjust the plan after checking the day's conditions.

How to build a Seattle itinerary after landing
How to build a Seattle itinerary after landing

What to do across Seattle in every season

Seattle's core attractions work well in a compact vacation. Seattle Center and the Space Needle provide a strong starting point, while Pike Place Market supports an afternoon of browsing, eating, and walking through the waterfront district. The nearby Chihuly Garden and Glass adds another indoor stop for rainy or cooler days.

What to do across Seattle in e
What to do across Seattle in e

The city also rewards travelers who vary their setting. Neighborhood meals and coffee can occupy a relaxed morning, followed by a park, waterfront path, or museum later in the day. In summer, outdoor activities gain more room because daylight temperatures are warmer and sunshine hours are higher. Layering remains useful near the water and during evening outings.

For longer stays, consider a day beyond central Seattle while keeping the main trip grounded in one convenient base. Weather-responsive planning is especially useful during spring and autumn. Keep indoor interests close to outdoor ones, and use the morning for walks or landscapes when the day looks most suitable.

From Denver to Seattle

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ChicagoiPhoto: Daniel Schwen · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

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From Denver to Seattle
From Denver to Seattle

Airports at the destination

From Denver you fly nonstop to 2 airports nearby. Closest to the destination is Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, at 11 miles.

  • SEASeattle–Tacoma International Airport11 miles to the destination, about 2 h 30 from DEN, 1,022 miles of flightNonstop
  • BFIKing County International Airport - Boeing Field6 miles to the destination, about 2 h 30 from DEN, 1,024 miles of flightNonstop
  • PAESeattle Paine Field International Airport21 miles to the destination, about 2 h 31 from DEN, 1,035 miles of flight

Best time to travel in Seattle

In Seattle, the best months for a trip are July and August, with daytime highs up to 74 °F.

Climate by month
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Day °F454651566368747469595044
Night °F353538404651565652453935
Sun h/day2346781097422
Rain days1918201712114510152020
Climate: NASA POWER 2006 to 2025, sea: NOAA OISST 1991 to 2020. Day and night are average highs and lows, sun in hours per day.

When to go to Seattle

Daytime highs range from 44 °F in December to 74 °F in July. Rain is rarest in July (4 days) and most frequent in March (20 days). The sunniest month is July with 10 hours a day.

When to go to Seattle
When to go to Seattle

For walking and sightseeing in pleasant warmth, aim for June, July, August and September.

  • January: 45 °F, 19 rain days, 2 h of sun
  • February: 46 °F, 18 rain days, 3 h of sun
  • March: 51 °F, 20 rain days, 4 h of sun
  • April: 56 °F, 17 rain days, 6 h of sun
  • May: 63 °F, 12 rain days, 7 h of sun
  • June: 68 °F, 11 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • July: 74 °F, 4 rain days, 10 h of sun
  • August: 74 °F, 5 rain days, 9 h of sun
  • September: 69 °F, 10 rain days, 7 h of sun
  • October: 59 °F, 15 rain days, 4 h of sun
  • November: 50 °F, 20 rain days, 2 h of sun
  • December: 44 °F, 20 rain days, 2 h of sun

How to shape a June day in Seattle

Mornings suit an unhurried walk through the old streets or along the water. The warmest hours, at 68 °F, are perfect for being outside. Evenings drop to 51 °F, so plan dinner somewhere warm and keep a layer handy.

How to shape a June day in Sea
How to shape a June day in Sea
How to shape a June day in Seattle
How to shape a June day in Seattle

Packing for Seattle in July

With 74 °F by day and 56 °F at night and 4 rain days in July, pack for changeable mild weather. Your plan builds this list for you and updates it when you change the dates.

Packing for Seattle in July
Packing for Seattle in July
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • A warm layer for the evenings
  • A travel adapter for your chargers

Prices for Seattle

Stays, tours and flights for Seattle show their live price from our partners, in your currency, right below. We never estimate a price: what you see is what the partner charges today.

Prices for Seattle
Prices for Seattle
Prices for Seattle
Prices for Seattle

Weather in Seattle month by month

Nonstop flights in Seattle from other airports

Besides Denver, nonstop flights in Seattle leave from 10 other airports; the closest to Denver is Dallas/Fort Worth, with a flight time of about 3 h 39.

Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.

Planning the journey from Denver

Start by comparing current partner options through the plan and confirm the details that matter to your group, including the airport connection, return arrangements, and transfer to your first stay.

A complete plan can begin at your home and include the ride to the airport, the flight, and the transfer after arrival. Add dates when you are ready to make the itinerary more precise. Each day card can then present its weekday, live weather, and current partner prices, giving you useful context beside the route.

Leave some structure flexible after booking the journey. Seattle's attractions work well across different weather conditions, and a changeable plan lets you move an outdoor stop rather than rebuild the whole vacation. The plan checker can reorder a day after edits, while the pace setting helps each day reflect the energy you want.

Using HolidayWow to organize the whole trip

Describe the vacation in one sentence or use voice input. HolidayWow can read the destination, dates, group, budget, and preferred pace, then place each day and stop on a map. That format gives you a clear view of how downtown, Seattle Center, the market, and surrounding day trips relate to your stay.

The itinerary remains editable. Move a stop to another day, exchange one activity for another, or make a day lighter when the group needs more space. Relaxed, balanced, and packed pace choices can be applied across the trip or to an individual day, which makes the plan comfortable for families, couples, and groups with different energy levels.

Live partner options for stays, tours, transport, and flights sit inside the plan. You can share one link with your group, assign viewing or editing roles, collect votes, and keep comments connected to the trip. The packing list, checklist, document vault, budget, and price watch make the same workspace useful before departure and during the vacation.

Seattle from Denver: frequently asked questions

How far is Seattle from Denver by air?

The route connects Denver International Airport with Seattle, and current flight choices appear through the live partner options in your HolidayWow plan. Add your travel dates to compare the details that fit your group and itinerary.

What is the best month for a Denver to Seattle trip?

July offers Seattle's warmest listed days, sunshine, and driest monthly climate pattern, with daytime temperatures around 74 °F. September also suits sightseeing, with daytime temperatures around 69 °F. Spring and autumn work well when your itinerary balances outdoor walks with museums, markets, and other indoor activities.

Should I stay in central Seattle?

Central Seattle works well for a first visit because many major attractions and waterfront activities fit into a compact base. It also makes meals, neighborhood walks, and day planning straightforward. Your stay choice can reflect the pace you want, with the map helping you judge each day's route before booking.

How many days should I plan in Seattle?

A three-day visit suits downtown highlights, Seattle Center, the market, and a flexible weather day. A seven-day stay gives you room for a relaxed neighborhood schedule and a broader day trip. HolidayWow can set a balanced or relaxed pace and move stops between days as your plans develop.

Can I compare and book flights inside HolidayWow?

Yes. HolidayWow presents current partner flight options within the trip, and dates are optional while you shape the route. Add dates when you want day cards with weekdays, live weather, and current prices. Booking links use your language and currency, while the rest of the itinerary remains editable.

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