Travelling from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is eight hours behind Stuttgart, where Stuttgart Airport is located. Seattle observes the UTC-7 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your STR to Seattle flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from STR to Seattle with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Stuttgart, STR can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Seattle? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to STR:
77.15% of flights leaving from Stuttgart Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Seattle
$1,099 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Seattle flight. A return ticket right now is $821. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from STR to Seattle, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Stuttgart Airport to Seattle is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across each month and bag an awesome deal.
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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 takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stuttgart Airport to Seattle. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Pick up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week before your flight from STR to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Central Seattle is located around 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). After your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Seattle has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
Following your STR to Seattle flight, rest your head at a hotel close to LKE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
Plan your trip to Seattle in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Stuttgart Airport to Seattle in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Stuttgart Airport to Seattle flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STR to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Seattle, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
LMN Architects and Greyhound: Bus Station are a couple of leading attractions to put on 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 discovered after you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, head for Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are the start of reasons to visit.