ERF
Erfurt
Germany
8,196 km
5,093 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
8,196 km
5,093 mi / 4,425 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
329°
north northwest

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ERF SEA
Airport Name Erfurt Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code ERF SEA
ICAO Code EDDE KSEA
City Erfurt Seattle
Country Germany United States
Timezone Europe/Berlin America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 1,036 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 50.980000, 10.960000 47.450000, -122.310000

Erfurt (ERF) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Erfurt Airport (ERF) in Erfurt, Germany to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 8,196 kilometers (5,093 miles / 4,425 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Germany with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:11 in Erfurt, it's 15:11 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.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Erfurt (ERF) follows a heading of 29° (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 Erfurt Airport (ERF) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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