Travelling from Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS): What you need to know
The timezone in Tbilisi is UTC+4, which is 12 hours ahead of Seattle. Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport is located in Tbilisi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to TBS.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to TBS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
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The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kms (14 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
80% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can get to PAE from central Seattle in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to TBS flight:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 80% of flights departing here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TBS instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport flight.
Getting from Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to central Tbilisi
From Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport, central Tbilisi is around 18 kms (11 miles) away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
Currently, £349 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £513. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Seattle to TBS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport (TBS). August is the most popular month to visit Tbilisi. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in December.
Before locking in your Seattle to TBS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Tbilisi, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
January has temperatures of between -3ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tbilisi
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tbilisi:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Peace Bridge, Georgian National Museum and Vorontsov's Palace are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Tbilisi itinerary.
Explore more of Georgia
You've visited Tbilisi, now it's time to explore more of Georgia. Travel about 193 kms (120 miles) west to Kutaisi to tick off its top sights. From Bagrati Cathedral to St. Peter and Paul Apostles Church and Park of Glory, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Batumi is another favourite destination in Georgia and is around 274 kms (170 miles) west of Tbilisi. No trip is complete without experiencing Batumi Boulevard Fountains, Miracle Park and Dancing Fountains, Batumi.
