Airport Comparison
| SAF | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santa Fe Regional Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | SAF | SEA |
| ICAO Code | KSAF | KSEA |
| City | Santa Fe | Seattle |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 6,349 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.600000, -106.100000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Santa Fe (SAF) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) in Santa Fe, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 1,879 kilometers (1,167 miles / 1,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 02:39 in Santa Fe, it's 01:39 in Seattle.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,916 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Santa Fe Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Santa Fe (SAF) follows a heading of 129° (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 Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.