Airport Comparison
| GFK | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Forks International Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | GFK | SEA |
| ICAO Code | KGFK | KSEA |
| City | Grand Forks | Seattle |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 845 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.950000, -97.170000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Grand Forks (GFK) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) in Grand Forks, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 1,874 kilometers (1,164 miles / 1,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 278°.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 04:09 in Grand Forks, it's 02:09 in Seattle.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Grand Forks (GFK) follows a heading of 79° (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 Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.