Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is 14 hours 35 minutes.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Seattle 12 hours behind Dubai.
Each week, there are seven Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flights. To take off early, take the 09:55 Emirates flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 09:55 with Emirates.
To ensure you get on your DXB to SEA flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Emirates has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Seattle — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.
With 70.0% of its services landing as planned, Emirates is the most punctual carrier offering DXB to SEA flights.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and SEA:
London Heathrow Airport
Hamad International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Currently, Rs163,986 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs246,590. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DXB to SEA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DXB to SEA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
71% of flights that leave from Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near DXB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Pick up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Seattle in March.
Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport for August if you want to go to Seattle during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to SEA in February. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, consider Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes are highlights.
