Surrounded by water, mountains and forests, Seattle is a picturesque city with a distinct personality at its centre. It is a hub for business and has spawned a number of huge, international brands such as Amazon and Starbucks.

The Space Needle gives makes the skyline instantly recognisable with the impressive Mount Rainier in the background. Alongside spectacular views, you’ll also be able to find the weird and the wonderful in the city, with eccentric art installations, strange architecture and even an underground city.

Explore the markets, enjoy the local cuisine and rub shoulders with tech giants, all in a city with a charming and quirky feel and look, just waiting to welcome you in.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Seattle

Before you jet off to Seattle, you can prepare yourself by learning a little about the city. Here are just a few things you should know before you fly:

Time Difference: GMT -8 hours
Currency: US Dollar ($)
Native Language: English
Weather: Seattle is in the Mediterranean zone so has a warm climate with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters.
Sales Tax: 10.1%

Flying to Seattle from the UK

Get to grips with everything you need to know before you make your journey to Seattle. Here are just a few of thing things you should know about flight times, entry requirements and airlines that fly to this destination.

Flight Times

As Seattle is one of the most north-westerly cities in the United States, many flights feature stops along the way. However, direct flights usually last from 9.5-10 hours.

Entry Requirements

You must have the proper authorisation before flying to Seattle. This will mean you will need to obtain the correct visa if you are travelling on a British passport. You should also be aware that you will need at least 6 months left on your passport from the time of travelling.

You can apply for the Visa Waiver Programme here, which you must complete at least 72 hours before you fly. This will allow British citizens to visit for up to 90 days.

Airlines that Fly to Seattle

There are plenty of airlines to choose from if you are looking to book a flight to Seattle. These are some of the airlines which offer direct flights from London to Seattle:

- American Airlines
- British Airways
- Delta Airlines
- Finnair
- Norwegian Air
- Virgin Atlantic

The Airport

If you are flying from the UK to Seattle, you’ll fly into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

Unlike many other international airports, Seattle-Tacoma is located particularly close to the city of Seattle. In fact, it is only 14 miles south of Downtown Seattle, so you’ll be able to get into the city in no time.

Popular Routes

You can find direct flights to Seattle from London, but if you are intending to fly from other airports in the UK, you may need to stop along the way.

10 Must-Do Things in Seattle

There is plenty to see and do in Seattle, you may find it challenging to fit it all in during your visit. Here are just a few of our favourites:

- Space Needle
- Museum of Pop Culture
- Pike Place Market
- Seattle Center
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Olympic Sculpture Park
- Seattle Aquarium
- Pacific Science Center
- The Seattle Great Wheel
- Chihuly Garden and Glass

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