PWM
Portland
United States
3,995 km
2,482 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
3,995 km
2,482 mi / 2,157 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
295°
west northwest

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PWM SEA
Airport Name Portland International Jetport Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code PWM SEA
ICAO Code KPWM KSEA
City Portland Seattle
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 76 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 43.650000, -70.310000 47.450000, -122.310000

Portland (PWM) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM) in Portland, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 3,995 kilometers (2,482 miles / 2,157 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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 01:43 in Portland, it's 22:43 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 Portland (PWM) follows a heading of 76° (east 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 Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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