9 Best Weekend Getaways from Bellevue, Washington (within a 4-hour flight)
- Jordan Hinsch
- Sep 13
- 4 min read
Bellevue, Washington, is a vibrant city just east of Seattle, known for its thriving tech industry, upscale shopping, and beautiful parks. It offers a mix of urban sophistication and natural beauty, with stunning views of the Cascade and Olympic Mountains.
If you're a local and looking to escape for a weekend, keep reading. With a vast array of short domestic destinations, there are also some international destinations within reach. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Bellevue, Washington, area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.
Los Angeles, California (LAX, BUR, SNA, LGB, SBA, ONT) - 2 Hour 45 Minute Flight
Why go?
Surfing, Hiking, Sports, City Life, Culture, Fame, Disneyland, Food.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Los Angeles
When to go?
Year-round
Who can fly you there?
Frontier from SEA - See flight deals
Delta from SEA - See flight deals
Alaska from SEA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $39+
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Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS) - 2 Hour 30 Minute Flight
Why go?
Gambling, Hoover Dam, Death Valley National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Partying, more Gambling.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Las Vegas
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from SEA - See flight deals
Delta from SEA - See flight deals
Spirit from SEA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $33+
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San Francisco, California (SFO, SJC, OAK) - 2 Hour 11 Minute Flight
Why go?
Tours, Food, Silicon Valley, Golden Gate Bridge, Surfing
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in San Francisco
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
United from SEA - See flight deals
Frontier from SEA - See flight deals
Alaska from SEA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $79+
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Denver, Colorado (DEN) - 2 Hour 40 Minute Flight
Why go?
Mountains, beer, National Parks, hiking, clean city, nice people.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Denver
When to go?
Year-round. Ski in the winter. Hike in the summer.
Who can fly you there?
Delta from SEA - See flight deals
Southwest from SEA - See flight deals
Frontier from SEA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $39+
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Who will pick you up?
Vancouver, British Columbia (YVR) - 1 Hour 5 Minute Flight
Why go?
Vancouver boasts a stunning blend of urban sophistication and breathtaking natural beauty, offering visitors a unique experience of world-class dining, diverse cultures, and abundant outdoor activities all in one place.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Vancouver
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Air Canada from SEA - See flight deals
Delta from SEA - See flight deals
Alaska from SEA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $99+
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Austin, Texas (AUS) - 4 Hour Flight
Why go?
Food, Art, Music, BBQ, Tech, Bach Parties, and All-Around Fun!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Austin
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Alaska from SEA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $109+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 4 Hour Flight
Why go?
Food, bars, sports, rivers!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Chicago
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
Alaska from SEA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $209+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For bourbon enthusiasts, visit Untitled Supper Club on W Kinzie for an incredible speakeasy experience.
Portland, Oregon (PDX) - 49 Minute Flight
Why go?
Surfing. Oregon coast is only 1 hour away. Mt. Hood is nearby as well.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Portland
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from SEA - See flight deals
Alaska from SEA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $69+
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Who will pick you up?
Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) - 1 Hour 56 Minute Flight
Why go?
Skiing, Salt Flats, Mormons, and great National Parks within a moderate drive.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Salt Lake City
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from SEA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $49+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
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