Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Seattle: what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8. The city is eight hours behind Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MAN to Seattle flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from MAN to Seattle. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The journey from central Manchester to MAN takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near MAN:
65% of flights that leave from Manchester Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Seattle
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Seattle flight is Rs115,851. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs173,663. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MAN to Seattle if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Manchester Airport to Seattle throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SEA:
Reserving your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from MAN to Seattle can help you secure the lowest rate.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Central Seattle is about 40 kilometres from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE). Once your flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near PAE. Unwind and get cosy after your MAN to Seattle flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left, by booking your ride from PAE ahead of time. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during busy airport times.
King County International Airport (BFI)
Hop off your flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle and make your way to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Seattle is around 11 kilometres from King County International Airport (BFI) and usually takes 20 minutes to reach driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey time is around 35 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near BFI and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late MAN to Seattle flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle is a smart move. Along with more affordable prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at BFI.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle. July is the busiest month to travel to Seattle. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Manchester Airport to Seattle plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seattle right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Spokane is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without visiting Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.