Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport takes on average 10 hours 3 minutes. The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, so it's 7 hours behind London.
Each week, there are 38 flights from London Heathrow Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, select the 09:25 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from LHR to SEA is 21:20 with Delta Air Lines.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the LHR - SEA route are:
Keflavik International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is $558. The cheapest price for a return flight is $755. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from LHR to SEA.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central London to London Heathrow Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LHR? If you're on an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to central Seattle is around 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 54 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Seattle based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to SEA in February. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Seattle
Once you've locked in your flights from LHR to SEA, you'll need to find a place to stay in Seattle. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Picardo Farm P-Patch Community Garden, Elliott Bay Waterfront and LMN Architects are must-do's during your Seattle adventure.
Complete your Seattle trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Seattle holiday.