Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is 14 hours 40 minutes.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Seattle 11 hours behind Doha.
You can choose from seven weekly Hamad International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flights. The 08:05 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest flight you can take. Qatar Airways operates the last service of the day at 08:05.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your DOH to SEA flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Qatar Airways has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Seattle — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Qatar Airways.
With 68.33% of its services arriving as scheduled, Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier operating DOH to SEA flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DOH and SEA:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DOH land on schedule 81% of the time.
To reach Hamad International Airport from central Doha, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near DOH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're landing on a late Hamad International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near SEA:
Pick up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week before your trip.
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 takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Seattle. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Hamad International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Seattle during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DOH to SEA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Spokane is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without dropping by Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
