How long is the flight from Seattle to London?

Non-stop flights on SEA → LHR are typically around 9.5 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.

Which airlines fly from Seattle to London?

The main carriers on this route are British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Seattle to London?

Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, November. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.

How far ahead should I book Seattle to London?

Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.

Can I book directly on destination.com?

The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

SEA → LHR

Seattle to London flights.

Live cached fares on Seattle (SEA) → London (LHR), refreshed every 30 minutes. Non-stop and connecting itineraries side by side — compare airlines, times and stops, then book in one click.

Flying time
~9.5h non-stop
Airlines
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American
Cheapest months
January, February, November

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Seattle → London · 10 fares12-month low · $271

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Cheapest
Icelandair · FI 684
OutboundSEA → LHRWed, Jul 8 · 6:25 AM· 10h 45m· 1 stop
$271
one-way
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Cheapest
Icelandair · FI 680
OutboundSEA → LHRWed, Jul 8 · 10:40 PM· 10h 45m· 1 stop
$271
one-way
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Cheapest
Icelandair · FI 680
OutboundSEA → LHRThu, Jul 9 · 10:40 PM· 10h 45m· 1 stop
$271
one-way
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Icelandair · FI 684
OutboundSEA → LHRSun, Jul 12 · 6:25 AM· 10h 50m· 1 stop
$273
one-way
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Air Canada · AC 8809
OutboundSEA → LHRSat, Jul 11 · 2:20 AM· 10h 20m· 1 stop
$440
one-way
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Icelandair · FI 680
OutboundSEA → LHRThu, Sep 10 · 10:40 PM· 10h 50m· 1 stop
ReturnLHR ← SEAWed, Sep 30 · 8:25 PM· 11h 15m· 1 stop
$769
total round-trip
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Icelandair · FI 680
OutboundSEA → LHRTue, Jun 30 · 10:40 PM· 10h 50m· 1 stop
ReturnLHR ← SEAThu, Jul 30 · 8:25 PM· 11h 15m· 1 stop
$828
total round-trip
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Icelandair · FI 682
OutboundSEA → LHRMon, Oct 12 · 2:00 AM· 10h 35m· 1 stop
ReturnLHR ← SEASun, Oct 18 · 8:50 AM· 9h 45m· Non-stop
$838
total round-trip
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Icelandair · FI 684
OutboundSEA → LHRSat, Jul 11 · 6:25 AM· 10h 50m· 1 stop
ReturnLHR ← SEAThu, Jul 30 · 8:25 PM· 11h 15m· 1 stop
$878
total round-trip
Book →
Icelandair · FI 682
OutboundSEA → LHRWed, Jul 8 · 2:00 AM· 10h 35m· 1 stop
ReturnLHR ← SEAFri, Jul 31 · 11:00 AM· 11h 15m· 1 stop
$895
total round-trip
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About Seattle → London

BA + Virgin daily non-stops. SEA's tech-corridor demand keeps premium cabins tight but economy shoulder fares are PNW-friendly.

Typical non-stop flying time is around 9.5 hours. Major carriers on this route include British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American. Fares are usually cheapest in January, February, November — book 6–10 weeks ahead and avoid school-holiday peaks (late June–August, Christmas–New Year) for the best pricing.

Month-by-month price guide: Seattle to London

Live cheapest round-trip fare cached on SEA → LHR for each of the next 12 months. Tap any month and run a live search to confirm.

Jun
Shoulder
from $828
Jul
Peak
from $878
Aug
No data
Sep
Low
from $769
Oct
Shoulder
from $838
Nov
No data
Dec
No data
Jan
No data
Feb
No data
Mar
Shoulder
from $833
Apr
No data
May
No data

Cheapest next 12 months: September from $769 round-trip. Run a live search →

Booking window tip

Long-haul fares are most predictable when booked 10-16 weeks ahead. Inside six weeks expect sharp increases, especially in premium cabins. If you're paying with miles, search 330+ days ahead when award inventory first loads.

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Questions, answered

How long is the flight from Seattle to London?
Non-stop flights on SEA → LHR are typically around 9.5 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.
Which airlines fly from Seattle to London?
The main carriers on this route are British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Seattle to London?
Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, November. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.
How far ahead should I book Seattle to London?
Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.
Can I book directly on destination.com?
The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

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