Airport Comparison
| LAX | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Angeles International Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | LAX | SEA |
| ICAO Code | KLAX | KSEA |
| City | Los Angeles | Seattle |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 128 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.940000, -118.410000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Los Angeles (LAX) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 1,537 kilometers (955 miles / 830 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 349°.
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.
Time zone information: When it's 20:51 in Los Angeles, it's 20:51 in Seattle.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Los Angeles (LAX) follows a heading of 166° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.