Airport Comparison
| AFA | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFA | SEA |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | KSEA |
| City | San Rafael | Seattle |
| Country | Argentina | United States |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 10,584 kilometers (6,576 miles / 5,715 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:22 in San Rafael, it's 23:22 in Seattle. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,038 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 138° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.