Flying from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX): what you need to know
The timezone in Birmingham is UTC+0, which is eight hours ahead of Seattle.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SEA to BHX flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Birmingham Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SEA and BHX:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Birmingham Airport flight is R 3,823. A round-trip ticket right now is R 9,728. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SEA to BHX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Birmingham Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SEA to BHX.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Birmingham Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To get to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SEA. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Birmingham Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Birmingham Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Birmingham's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Birmingham Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Birmingham. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHX)
August is the most popular month for flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Birmingham Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Birmingham in March.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Birmingham Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to BHX in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres south-east to London to tick off its leading attractions. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 113 kilometres north of Birmingham, Manchester is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
