Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Seattle: what you need to know
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, Seattle is eight hours behind Edinburgh.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your EDI to Seattle flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from EDI to Seattle. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Travelling from central Edinburgh to EDI takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seattle or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Seattle
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Seattle flight is P27,952. The cheapest price for a return flight is P45,648. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from EDI to Seattle, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Seattle across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from EDI to Seattle.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 23 kilometers. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seattle. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from EDI to Seattle can help you get the best possible rate.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seattle has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 40 kilometers from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your EDI to Seattle flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near PAE. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get your ideal vehicle, not just whatever's left, by securing your ride from PAE ahead of time. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
King County International Airport (BFI)
Hop off your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seattle and go straight to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Seattle is around 11 kilometers from King County International Airport (BFI) and typically takes 20 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take about 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel close to BFI. Get settled at one of these stays after your EDI to Seattle flight:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seattle is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at BFI.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seattle. July is the most popular month to visit Seattle. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Edinburgh Airport to Seattle plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Seattle around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seattle right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Seattle:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are leading attractions which should be on every Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometers south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Spokane is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometers east of Seattle. No journey is complete without a visit to Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
