Airport Comparison
| RGA | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hermes Quijada International Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | RGA | SEA |
| ICAO Code | SAWE | KSEA |
| City | Rio Grande | Seattle |
| Country | Argentina | United States |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Ushuaia | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 65 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | -53.780000, -67.750000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Rio Grande (RGA) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) in Rio Grande, Argentina to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 12,372 kilometers (7,687 miles / 6,680 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
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 Argentina with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:41 in Rio Grande, it's 22:41 in Seattle. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Rio Grande (RGA) follows a heading of 149° (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 Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.