The flight distance from Kotakoli Airport (KLI) in Kotakoli Airport, DR Congo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 13,284 kilometers (8,254 miles / 7,173 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 DR Congo 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 08:42 in Kotakoli Airport, it's 23:42 in Seattle. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,369 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Kotakoli Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Kotakoli Airport (KLI) follows a heading of 42° (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 Kotakoli Airport (KLI) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.