Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 34 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is 8 hours ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with 13 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SEA to FRA is with Condor at 18:20. Go for the first departure operated by Lufthansa at 14:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from SEA to Frankfurt. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
You can book a nonstop flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt. Begin your trip at SEA and touch down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from SEA to Frankfurt, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
If you hold a passport from United States and plan to travel to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt.
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in approximately 18 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 54 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SEA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Frankfurt
251 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt. Return flights start at 500 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from SEA to Frankfurt by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SEA to Frankfurt. There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 37 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to FRA if you're taking a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
As soon as your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour and 32 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is approximately 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 40 minutes.
After your flight from SEA to Frankfurt, rest your head at a hotel close to HHN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt. July is the most popular month to travel to Frankfurt. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from SEA to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
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