GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
7,159 km
4,448 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
7,159 km
4,448 mi / 3,865 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
318°
northwest

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GLA SEA
Airport Name Glasgow International Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code GLA SEA
ICAO Code EGPF KSEA
City Glasgow Seattle
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 26 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 55.870000, -4.430000 47.450000, -122.310000

Glasgow (GLA) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 7,159 kilometers (4,448 miles / 3,865 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 United Kingdom 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 07:15 in Glasgow, it's 23:15 in Seattle. With a 8-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 Glasgow (GLA) follows a heading of 33° (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 Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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