Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Seattle: what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7. The city is two hours behind Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your BHM to Seattle flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Central Birmingham to BHM is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Seattle? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BHM:
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that take off from BHM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Seattle
The best price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Seattle flight is 146 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 291 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BHM to Seattle, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Seattle. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BHM to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. Following your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 25 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LKE. Settle in and get cosy after your BHM to Seattle flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
Before scheduling your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Seattle, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Seattle offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Seattle plane ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BHM 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seattle right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Seattle:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without dropping by Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.