Airport Comparison
| IRA | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ngorangora Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | IRA | SEA |
| ICAO Code | AGGK | KSEA |
| City | Kirakira | Seattle |
| Country | Solomon Islands | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | -10.450000, 161.900000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Kirakira (IRA) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ngorangora Airport (IRA) in Kirakira, Solomon Islands to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 9,819 kilometers (6,101 miles / 5,302 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
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 Solomon Islands with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:33 in Kirakira, it's 01:33 in Seattle. With a 19-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 Kirakira (IRA) follows a heading of 253° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ngorangora Airport (IRA) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.