Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Seattle: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 55 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Seattle.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8. The city is 11 hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Airport is located.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. Hop on Turkish Airlines's 08:05 flight to get your trip from IST to SEA underway.
To avoid missing your IST to Seattle flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Begin your journey at IST and travel nonstop to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). That will be your arrival point when searching for Istanbul Airport to Seattle tickets.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Seattle.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from IST to Seattle with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Seattle or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Seattle
$377 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Seattle flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $663. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IST to Seattle.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Istanbul Airport to Seattle tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 23 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Istanbul Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week before your flight from IST to Seattle.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
Central Seattle is located around 40 kilometres from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE). After your flight from Istanbul Airport to Seattle has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PAE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your IST to Seattle flight:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from PAE ahead of time so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.
King County International Airport (BFI)
Step off your flight from Istanbul Airport to Seattle and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Seattle is around 11 kilometres from King County International Airport (BFI) and typically takes 20 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 35 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near BFI and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late IST to Seattle flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays put comfort right within reach:
If you'd like a certain type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Book your ride from BFI at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Istanbul Airport to Seattle.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Seattle. July is the busiest month to visit Seattle. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Istanbul Airport to Seattle plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul Airport to Seattle, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
Pike Place Market and Space Needle are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Seattle to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Seattle Skyline.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Seattle, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its top attractions. From Portland Japanese Garden to Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Spokane is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without dropping by Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.