Flying from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Seattle: what you need to know
Around 9 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle.
Seattle is eight hours behind Copenhagen, where Copenhagen Airport is located. Seattle observes the UTC-7 timezone.
The most popular route is from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Choose from two services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CPH to SEA is the 13:05 SAS service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 13:05 with SAS.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CPH to Seattle flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Copenhagen Airport to Seattle ticket. Start your trip at CPH and touch down at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Book your seat with SAS. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from CPH to Seattle, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
CPH is about 6 kilometres from central Copenhagen. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near CPH? If you've booked an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Copenhagen Airport, data shows 76.54% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Seattle
309 € is currently the best price for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Seattle flight. Return plane tickets start from 441 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from CPH to Seattle, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Copenhagen Airport to Seattle tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to the centre of Seattle takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near SEA if you have a late flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget to explore Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from CPH to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Once your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
The journey will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CPH to Seattle flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near LKE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
Travel to Seattle in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Copenhagen Airport to Seattle plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CPH to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
All great journeys should include some 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 seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, head for Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are the start of reasons to visit.