LGA
New York
United States
3,873 km
2,406 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
3,873 km
2,406 mi / 2,091 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
298°
west northwest

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LGA SEA
Airport Name Laguardia Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code LGA SEA
ICAO Code KLGA KSEA
City New York Seattle
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 21 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 40.780000, -73.870000 47.450000, -122.310000

New York (LGA) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Laguardia Airport (LGA) in New York, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 3,873 kilometers (2,406 miles / 2,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 11:51 in New York, it's 08:51 in Seattle. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to New York (LGA) follows a heading of 83° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Laguardia Airport (LGA) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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