Flying from Seattle to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Seattle to Frankfurt. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's main airports.
Step off your plane in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Jump on a direct Seattle to Frankfurt flight and you'll be flying for an average of 10 hours.
Frankfurt is eight hours ahead of Seattle and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
With 12 flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Seattle to Frankfurt with Lufthansa at 14:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from SEA to FRA is with Condor at 18:35.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Seattle to Frankfurt flight.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Frankfurt
To snag cheap Seattle to Frankfurt flights, reserve your trip four months before your departure date.
July is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Seattle to Frankfurt. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Save money on your Seattle to Frankfurt flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Seattle to Frankfurt, you can leave from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Get from SEA to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) without making any stops.
Lufthansa is a popular carrier that offers direct Seattle to Frankfurt plane tickets leaving from SEA.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Seattle to Frankfurt flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA land on schedule 81.27% of the time.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Travel at your own pace with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience more of Frankfurt and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your Seattle to Frankfurt flight.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is located around 105 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Seattle to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
After your flight from Seattle to Frankfurt, tuck yourself in at a hotel near HHN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HHN can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Seattle to Frankfurt. April is the most popular month to visit Frankfurt. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
Lock in a Seattle to Frankfurt ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Frankfurt, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-do's during your Frankfurt adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Germany you should also see. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.