Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Berlin.
Leave enough time to catch your BER to SEA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BER and SEA include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
R 6,361 is the lowest price for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 9,318. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BER to SEA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BER to SEA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport.
Handy information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Of all flights leaving Berlin Brandenburg Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Berlin to Berlin Brandenburg Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near BER? If you're boarding an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're coming in on a late Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Pick up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride 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 get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Seattle. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BER to SEA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes are the start of reasons to visit.