Travelling from Hamburg to Seattle: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Hamburg to Seattle. Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's main airports.
Step off your plane in Seattle at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Seattle is eight hours behind Hamburg and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Hamburg to Seattle flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Seattle
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Hamburg to Seattle flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Hamburg to Seattle flights departing from Hamburg Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Hamburg Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Seattle, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
75.01% of flights departing from Hamburg Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is approximately 19 kilometers from the centre of Seattle. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Hamburg to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seattle and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Central Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). Once your flight from Hamburg to Seattle has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Hamburg to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
May is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Seattle, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Seattle based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Hamburg to Seattle ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Hamburg to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Seattle, check out our range of hotels including:
Greyhound: Bus Station and LMN Architects are just two of the major attractions to put on your Seattle to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
Seattle is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.