The flight distance from Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB) in Djibouti City, Djibouti to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 13,298 kilometers (8,263 miles / 7,180 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.

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 Djibouti with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:49 in Djibouti City, it's 21:49 in Seattle. With a 11-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 Djibouti City (JIB) follows a heading of 16° (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 Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.