Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is seven hours behind Cardiff, where Cardiff Airport is located. Seattle runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your CWL to Seattle flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from CWL to Seattle with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
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Travelling from central Cardiff to CWL takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near CWL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Seattle or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
66.16% of flights that take off from Cardiff Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Seattle
362 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Seattle flight. A return plane ticket starts at 727 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from CWL to Seattle, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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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 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Hit the road running by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget to explore Seattle and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from CWL 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 Cardiff Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CWL to Seattle flight, kick back at a hotel close to LKE. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
Visit Seattle in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cardiff Airport to Seattle in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Cardiff Airport to Seattle plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CWL to Seattle around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seattle right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Cardiff Airport to Seattle:
LMN Architects and Greyhound: Bus Station are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Seattle travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
