AMM
Amman
Jordan
10,940 km
6,798 miles
BFI
Seattle
United States
Distance
10,940 km
6,798 mi / 5,907 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Asia/Amman
Heading
345°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AMM BFI
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Boeing Field/King County International Airport
IATA Code AMM BFI
ICAO Code OJAI KBFI
City Amman Seattle
Country Jordan United States
Timezone Asia/Amman America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 2,395 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 47.530000, -122.300000

Amman (AMM) to Seattle (BFI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) in Seattle, United States is 10,940 kilometers (6,798 miles / 5,907 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Jordan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:54 in Amman, it's 12:54 in Seattle. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,373 feet between the two airports. Boeing Field/King County International Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (BFI) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 19° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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