Flying from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Seattle: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 9 hours 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle.
Seattle is nine hours behind Copenhagen, where Copenhagen Airport is located. Seattle runs on the UTC-8 timezone.
The most popular route is from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Choose from two services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CPH to SEA is the 13:05 SAS service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 13:05 with SAS.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CPH to Seattle flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Begin your trip at CPH and fly straight to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). That will be your arrival point when searching for Copenhagen Airport to Seattle tickets.
Check out the deals with SAS. This carrier operates direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from CPH to Seattle with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Copenhagen, CPH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near CPH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Copenhagen Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from CPH reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Seattle
$675 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Seattle flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $924. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from CPH to Seattle if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Copenhagen Airport to Seattle ticket.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from CPH to Seattle.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
The centre of Seattle is about 40 kilometres from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE). After your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PAE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your CPH to Seattle flight:
Usually, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from PAE as soon as you know your dates.
King County International Airport (BFI)
King County International Airport (BFI) is about 11 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 35 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near BFI and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late CPH to Seattle flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at BFI.
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the busiest month for flights from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Seattle in December.
Before booking a Copenhagen Airport to Seattle plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from CPH to Seattle around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Seattle, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are highlights which should be on every Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.