Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Seattle: what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7. The city is 7 hours behind Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from MAN to Seattle, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from MAN to Seattle, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Manchester Airport to Seattle, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
Located around 11 miles from central Manchester, MAN can be reached in about 29 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Seattle
$292 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Seattle. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $565. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MAN to Seattle. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Manchester Airport to Seattle.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from MAN to Seattle every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Manchester Airport to Seattle. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is around 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 miles away.
It takes around 54 minutes when traveling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Central Seattle is around 2 miles from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). As soon as your flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 11 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 23 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from MAN to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seattle. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 54ºF and 82ºF. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Seattle in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 30ºF and 52ºF. Search for cheap flights from MAN to Seattle sometime then if you'd rather 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. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Manchester Airport to Seattle:
Gas Works - Lake View Point and Queen Anne Bowl Playfield are a couple of top attractions to put on your Seattle to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to LMN Architects.
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