Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Seattle: what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7. The city is seven hours behind London, where Stansted Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your STN to Seattle flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
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Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near STN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Stansted Airport to Seattle or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
64.73% of flights that depart Stansted Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Seattle
R 5,803 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Seattle flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 9,089. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from STN to Seattle if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Landing cheap tickets from Stansted Airport to Seattle is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across every month and walk away with an epic deal.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Stansted Airport to Seattle. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and chase adventure across Seattle and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from STN to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. Once you've hopped off your flight from Stansted Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 25 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your STN to Seattle flight:
Best time to go to Seattle
Before scheduling your flights from Stansted Airport to Seattle, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Seattle offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Stansted Airport to Seattle flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STN to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seattle right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Stansted Airport to Seattle:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are popular attractions which should be on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in United States, head for Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are the start of reasons to visit.