Seattle to Chicago Flight Tickets
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About Seattle - Chicago Flights
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Seattle has 2 airports, while Chicago has 6 airports. Compare flights between all airports to find the best deal.
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Cheaper tickets are usually available on weekdays and with early bookings.
Seattle and Chicago - Airport Transportation
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
How to Get to the Airport
Metro/Train (Link Light Rail – 1 Line): The 1 Line of the Link light rail, the most practical public transportation option from the city center to the airport, departs from stations like Westlake, University Street, Pioneer Square, and International District/Chinatown and goes directly to SeaTac/Airport Station. The train journey from Downtown Seattle to SEA usually takes 35–40 minutes. During the day, trains generally run every 8–15 minutes and start services around 05:00 AM.
Bus (Downtown transfer bus + Link): There is no direct city bus from Downtown Seattle to the SEA terminal. Instead, you need to go to transfer points with King County Metro buses and then switch to the Link light rail. The total travel time varies between 45–60 minutes, depending on transfer wait times.
Shuttle: Regular shuttle services are available from the city center to the airport. These services typically depart from hotel fronts and provide direct transportation to SEA. The travel time usually ranges between 30-50 minutes.
Taxi: It is possible to reach the airport by taxi from Downtown Seattle. This service generally takes 30-40 minutes, and taxis operate 24 hours a day.
Uber/Bolt: Private car hire services like Uber and Bolt offer transportation options from the city center to the airport. The travel time varies between 30-45 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
From Airport to City Center
Metro/Train: The CTA Blue Line Train is the most convenient option for transportation from O'Hare International Airport to downtown Chicago. The airport station is directly connected to Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Access from Terminal 5 is possible via a free shuttle train. The journey takes approximately 40-45 minutes. Services operate 24 hours a day, with trains running every 5-10 minutes during peak hours.
Bus (CTA and Private Shuttles): Buses connecting O'Hare Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 5 operate routes to downtown. The journey time varies between 45-60 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Services run every 15-30 minutes and generally operate from 5:00 AM to 11:45 PM.
Taxi: Official taxi stands at O'Hare are located at each terminal exit and provide direct transportation to downtown. The journey time varies between 30-60 minutes depending on traffic. Taxi services are available 24 hours a day.
Airport App-Based Rides (Uber/Lyft): Apps like Uber and Lyft operate in designated pickup areas at O'Hare. Journey time and cost can vary based on traffic and demand.
Car Rental: Various car rental companies are available at the airport. Car rental options can be arranged at offices located at terminal exits or at rental centers accessible via shuttle services.