Airport Comparison
| CEI | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chiang Rai International Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | CEI | SEA |
| ICAO Code | VTCT | KSEA |
| City | Chiang Rai | Seattle |
| Country | Thailand | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Bangkok | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,280 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.950000, 99.880000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Chiang Rai (CEI) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) in Chiang Rai, Thailand to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 11,418 kilometers (7,095 miles / 6,165 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
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 Thailand 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 12:50 in Chiang Rai, it's 21:50 in Seattle. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Chiang Rai (CEI) follows a heading of 320° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.