Airport Comparison
Sidi Bel Abbes Airport (BFW) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sidi Bel Abbes Airport (BFW) in Sidi Bel Abbes Airport, Algeria to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 9,153 kilometers (5,688 miles / 4,942 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
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 Algeria with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:10 in Sidi Bel Abbes Airport, it's 01:10 in Seattle. With a 9-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 1,182 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Sidi Bel Abbes Airport.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Sidi Bel Abbes Airport (BFW) follows a heading of 45° (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 Sidi Bel Abbes Airport (BFW) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.