The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina is 9,159 kilometers (5,691 miles / 4,945 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:01 in Seattle, it's 07:01 in Sarajevo. 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 1,276 feet between the two airports. Sarajevo International Airport sits higher than Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

The return flight from Sarajevo (SJJ) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 334° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.