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Introducing Seattle


Lush and green throughout the year, Seattle—also known as “The Emerald City”—is celebrated for its natural beauty, with the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges providing a stunning backdrop to the city’s skyline. In addition to its beauty, Seattle is famous for its contributions to music, art, industry, and culture. Named for a Native American chief, Seattle was inhabited by the Coast Salish peoples for millennia, a heritage that is highlighted at museums such as the Burke Museum and the Seattle Museum of Art, and in public artworks across the city. The Space Needle, the Seattle Great Wheel, and Pike Place Market are just a few of the many attractions that draw visitors and locals, as does the city’s waterfront, art galleries, coffee shops, expansive parks, and diverse neighborhoods. Seattle is also the primary financial and commercial center for the Pacific Northwest, home to the headquarters of major corporations such as Microsoft, Amazon, and Starbucks, as well as to the Port of Seattle, which handles both cargo and cruise ships. With its mild climate, vibrant nature, and cosmopolitan vibe, Seattle is considered one of the premier tourist destinations in the United States.

To explore this intriguing American city surrounded by scenic waterways and mountains and discover its diverse cultural character, you can check out schedules and fares for flights to Seattle and start planning your trip. Turkish Airlines’ direct flights to Seattle from Istanbul take about 13 hours; fares for Seattle flight tickets may vary depending on the season. To travel with the benefits of Turkish Airlines, you can review flight details for Seattle on our website or mobile app.

Seattle is known for:


Nature Culture and the Arts

Quick information

NEARBY CITIES
Tacoma (56 km)
CURRENCY
US Dollar (USD)

COUNTRY CODE
+1

ELECTRIC POWER
A, B

TIME ZONE
GMT -6

AVG. PRICE OF A COFFEE
6 USD

AVG. PRICE OF A MEAL (2 PEOPLE)
50 USD

Average Temperature

January
5.6 °C
February
6.7 °C
March
8.3 °C
April
10.6 °C
May
13.3 °C
June
16.1 °C
July
18.9 °C
August
18.9 °C
September
16.7 °C
October
11.7 °C
November
7.8 °C
December
5 °C

Seattle airport information

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:

You can reach the city center from the airport using the light rail service. The distance between the airport and the city center is 19 km. It costs $2.25–$3 from the airport to the city center and the journey takes about 40 minutes. There is also a bus service that will take you to the city center for $3.

Average time from airport: 40 minutes

Distance from airport: 19 km

TAXI:

If you don’t want to waste time waiting for the bus or train service, you can get to the city center using the taxi service that runs from the airport. Taxis to the city center cost about $40 and the journey takes 20–40 minutes depending on the traffic.

Average taxi price: $40

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