Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Stuttgart Airport (STR): what you need to know
The timezone in Stuttgart is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Seattle.
To ensure you catch your SEA to STR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stuttgart Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between SEA and STR include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Right now, 277 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stuttgart Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 510 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SEA to STR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stuttgart Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SEA to STR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stuttgart Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA land on time.
To get to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SEA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stuttgart Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to STR if you're catching a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stuttgart Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Stuttgart Airport rental car and explore Stuttgart and beyond with your own wheels. Flex To Go, Alamo and Enterprise are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Stuttgart Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to central Stuttgart
Stuttgart Airport to the centre of Stuttgart has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
June is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stuttgart Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Stuttgart in January.
Book your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stuttgart Airport for July if you'd like to visit Stuttgart during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SEA to STR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Stuttgart has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres east of Stuttgart, a trip to Munich will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Marienplatz, Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum.
Around 338 kilometres north-west of Stuttgart, Essen is another favourite stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.