Airport Comparison
| GAI | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Montgomery County Airpark | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | GAI | SEA |
| ICAO Code | KGAI | KSEA |
| City | Gaithersburg | Seattle |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 539 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.170000, -77.170000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Gaithersburg (GAI) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Montgomery County Airpark (GAI) in Gaithersburg, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 3,711 kilometers (2,306 miles / 2,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 00:11 in Gaithersburg, it's 21:11 in Seattle. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Gaithersburg (GAI) follows a heading of 87° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Montgomery County Airpark (GAI) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.