About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Boeing Fld King Co International (BFI)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Seattle. While takeoff offers good Irish coastal views, the landing approach into Seattle provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery: Mount Rainier, the Cascade Range, and Puget Sound's complex island geography create a more memorable window experience than the relatively flat Irish departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?
During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of Dublin Bay and the Irish coastline as the aircraft climbs northeastward. You'll see the curve of the bay, the Wicklow Mountains inland to the south, and the Irish Sea stretching toward Wales. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Wicklow Mountains, Irish Sea, Howth Peninsula.
What can I see when landing at Boeing Fld King Co International in Seattle?
When landing at Boeing Fld King Co International (BFI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views during descent into Seattle. You'll see the Cascade Range to the east, Mount Rainier (weather permitting), and Puget Sound with its islands and inlets as you approach from the northeast. Notable sights include: Mount Rainier, Cascade Range, Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains.
How long is the flight from Dublin to Seattle?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Boeing Fld King Co International (BFI) takes Approximately 9 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Dublin to Seattle flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 6 hours with no significant landmarks visible—open ocean and sky dominate. Over Greenland and the Canadian Arctic, you may see ice sheets and glaciers if flying a northern route, though these are often obscured by cloud cover. As you approach North America, the Canadian Rockies (Alberta/British Columbia border) become visible on the right side during descent, followed by the interior Pacific Northwest terrain before reaching Puget Sound.