Airport Comparison
Nkolo Fuma (NKL) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) in Nkolo Fuma, DR Congo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 13,821 kilometers (8,588 miles / 7,463 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 11:09 in Nkolo Fuma, it's 02:09 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 1,044 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Nkolo Fuma Airport.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Nkolo Fuma (NKL) follows a heading of 55° (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 Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.