RIC
Richmond
United States
3,793 km
2,357 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
3,793 km
2,357 mi / 2,048 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
302°
west northwest

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RIC SEA
Airport Name Richmond International Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code RIC SEA
ICAO Code KRIC KSEA
City Richmond Seattle
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 168 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 37.510000, -77.320000 47.450000, -122.310000

Richmond (RIC) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Richmond International Airport (RIC) in Richmond, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 3,793 kilometers (2,357 miles / 2,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 02:42 in Richmond, it's 23:42 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 Richmond (RIC) follows a heading of 90° (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 Richmond International Airport (RIC) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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