The flight distance from L'Aquila / Preturo Airport (QAQ) in L'Aquila, Italy to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 9,116 kilometers (5,664 miles / 4,922 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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 Italy with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:31 in L'Aquila, it's 23:31 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 1,779 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than L'Aquila / Preturo Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to L'Aquila (QAQ) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 L'Aquila / Preturo Airport (QAQ) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.