Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 9 hours 26 minutes. London's timezone is UTC+0, making London 7 hours ahead of Seattle.
Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport start from 09:25 — the first with British Airways. The last flight of the day is the 21:20 service with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can take your pick of 37 services every week between SEA and LHR.
Traveling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
One easy trip from SEA to LHR is all it takes to get to London, United Kingdom. You'll have a variety of carriers that run direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, including:
To break up your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the SEA - LHR route include:
Vancouver International Airport
Keflavik International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
C$279 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Return flights start at C$807. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from SEA to LHR, reserve your journey 3 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Traveling from central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport takes around 54 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SEA:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 57 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 1 minute if you're using public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SEA to LHR sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about London
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from SEA to LHR:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are popular attractions which should feature on any good London itinerary.
Complete your London trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to London Heathrow Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in London.