Knowing a bit about the transportation options can you save you a headache when you get to your destination. Fly into Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE), which is located 23.8 mi (38.4 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Lopez Island, WA (LPS), which is 32.4 mi (52.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.