Travelling from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Belfast. Check out your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when planning your flight from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind Belfast. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle.
Your flight from Belfast to SEA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Belfast to SEA leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
BFS is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 2 hours.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Belfast International Airport, 67.55% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Break up your flight from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). A major connection between George Best Belfast City Airport and SEA, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can reach BHD from central Belfast in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to SEA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68.3%.
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Seattle. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Rs106,455 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs206,466. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Belfast to SEA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to visit Seattle. July is when most people book flights from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Belfast to SEA flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in February when temperatures are between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Seattle right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are attractions you won't want to skip in Seattle.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Portland Japanese Garden, Voodoo Doughnut and Great Northwest.
Vancouver is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres south of Seattle. No trip is complete without experiencing Vancouver Waterfront, Reconstructed HBC Fort Vancouver and Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Garden.
