BBA
Balmaceda
Chile
11,491 km
7,140 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
11,491 km
7,140 mi / 6,205 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Santiago
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BBA SEA
Airport Name Balmaceda Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code BBA SEA
ICAO Code SCBA KSEA
City Balmaceda Seattle
Country Chile United States
Timezone America/Santiago America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 1,722 ft 432 ft
Coordinates -45.920000, -71.690000 47.450000, -122.310000

Balmaceda (BBA) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balmaceda Airport (BBA) in Balmaceda, Chile to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 11,491 kilometers (7,140 miles / 6,205 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Chile 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 02:46 in Balmaceda, it's 21:46 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 1,290 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Balmaceda Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Balmaceda (BBA) follows a heading of 146° (south 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 Balmaceda Airport (BBA) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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