Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is seven hours behind Birmingham, where Birmingham International Airport is located. Seattle runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your BHX to Seattle flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from BHX to Seattle. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The journey from central Birmingham to BHX takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to BHX? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Seattle, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
65.48% of flights that leave from Birmingham International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Seattle
Rs111,568 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Seattle flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs161,725. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from BHX to Seattle, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SEA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and explore beyond Seattle's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BHX to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. Following your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near LKE. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BHX to Seattle flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
Before scheduling your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Seattle, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Seattle offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book a Birmingham International Airport to Seattle flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BHX to Seattle in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seattle right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Seattle:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are major attractions which should feature on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Seattle, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 241 kilometres south to Portland to tick off its popular sights. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United States, consider Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are highlights.