Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is seven hours behind London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Seattle follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your LGW to Seattle flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LGW to Seattle with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of London, LGW can be reached in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Seattle, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
69.26% of flights leaving from London Gatwick Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Seattle
₹ 34,685 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Seattle flight. A return flight ticket starts at ₹ 36,590. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LGW to Seattle if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Seattle across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Seattle by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to the centre of Seattle takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Seattle. Select one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Go where the road takes you with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and venture far and wide through Seattle and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from LGW to Seattle can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. Once you've disembarked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your LGW to Seattle flight, kick back at a hotel near LKE. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Seattle. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Seattle in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your London Gatwick Airport to Seattle flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to Seattle in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seattle right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Seattle:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-do's during your Seattle adventure.
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, well-known attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, consider Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are key highlights.
