Flying from Glasgow to Seattle: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Seattle. Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
When choosing where to land in Seattle, Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) are the chief entry points.
Seattle is eight hours behind Glasgow and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Glasgow to Seattle flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Seattle
To pick up cheap Glasgow to Seattle flights, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Glasgow to Seattle is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Glasgow to Seattle flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow Intl Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel near Glasgow Intl Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Seattle, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
81% of flights departing from Glasgow Intl Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of GLA.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Glasgow to Seattle, unwind in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has a track record for punctuality. 83% of flights taking off from here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Glasgow to Seattle. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Pick up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Paine Field Airport (PAE)
Paine Field Airport (PAE) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Seattle. Following your flight from Glasgow to Seattle, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 40 minutes or so.
After your flight from Glasgow to Seattle, settle in at a hotel near PAE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Land, collect your Paine Field Airport rental car, and hit the road without missing a beat. Budget and Enterprise are popular providers to select from here.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from PAE once you know your travel dates.
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI)
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI) is roughly 11 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Glasgow to Seattle.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey takes around 35 minutes.
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip with a Seattle Boeing Fld Airport rental car. Alamo, Budget and Avis make getting on the road effortless.
If you'd like a certain type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Secure your ride from BFI a few weeks ahead of your flight from Glasgow to Seattle.
Best time to go to Seattle
March is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Seattle, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Seattle based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Glasgow to Seattle tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Seattle in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Seattle, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Space Needle, Pike Place Fish Market and The Museum of Flight are popular attractions which should feature on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and International Rose Test Garden.
Spokane is another essential stop 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.
