Cheap flight deals from Seattle (SEA) to Yekaterinburg (SVX)

Seattle Airport

While Seattle is home to several airports, the only one that handles commercial flights is the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Also known as Sea-Tac, this airport is responsible for all incoming flights, along with flights from Seattle. Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and US Airways are a few airlines that operate out of this airport. Located in SeaTac, Washington, the airport sits along the intersection of three state routes: 99, 518, and 509. Though the airport has three terminals, only the Concourse Terminal and North Satellite Terminal handle domestic flights. The South Satellite Terminal specializes in international flights. It's just a short drive from the airport to downtown.

Transportation

When you need to reach your hotel quickly, head for the public transportation system, which consists of Sound Transit and Metro Transit. The buses and light rails only cost a few dollars, and you can visit the sales counter at any station to purchase tickets for your trip. The light rail system drops passengers directly at some of the top hotels in the downtown area. Seattle uses a grid system for its roads, which makes finding your hotel easy if you drive. You can use the Orbitz.com sign to look for rental cars from the airport.

Weather

If you visit during the spring, winter, or fall, you need a warm coat and an umbrella. Though the city does not get snow, it does get a high amount of rain during these seasons, and temperatures that can drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer is much warmer, with temperatures in the high 70s and less rainfall.

Popular Attractions

Seattle is home to dozens of cultural activities and attractions, including the Seattle International Film Festival, the Henry Art Galley, the Woodland Park Zoo, and the Seattle Underground Tour, which takes you through older parts of the city. When you look for flights from Seattle on Orbitz.com, take a few minutes to look for other low-cost attractions in the city.

Koltsovo International Airport

Ekaterinburg is the fourth largest city in Russia. It is located along the border of Europe and Asia. The area is a popular tourist destination, and Orbitz.com can help travelers locate flights to Ekaterinburg. The Koltsovo International Airport is located approximately 14 miles from downtown. Over 30 airlines service the airport, including Air Arabia, East Air, Finnair, Turan Air and Ural Airlines.

Transportation from the Airport

The airport features a variety of transportation options for travelers. Trains leave the airport approximately every half-hour to the railway station at a flat rate. Taxi services are available through Taxi Gorod at metered rates. Buses and mini-buses leave the airport bus station throughout the day, and tickets can be purchased in terminal A. Orbitz.com can help locate car rental agencies in the area for discount prices. Electro trolleys also provide transportation to various locations in and around the city at flat rates.

Weather in Ekaterinburg

Ekaterinburg has long cold winters with temperatures well below freezing. The area receives a lot of snow that usually stays all winter long. Summers are hot and humid, with average temperatures in the mid-60s, although highs of 100 degrees are possible.

Things to do in Ekaterinburg

Travelers will find a wide variety of things to do in Ekaterinburg. For those who like to watch sports, the city is home to the FC Ural Sverdlovsk Oblast association football club. The Cathedral on Blood is located in downtown and is built on the site where the last royal family in Russia were executed. For those planning a trip to the area, Orbitz.com can help individual locate discount flights to Ekaterinburg.