SEA
Seattle
United States
7,230 km
4,493 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
7,230 km
4,493 mi / 3,904 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
59°
east northeast

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SEA SJZ
Airport Name Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code SEA SJZ
ICAO Code KSEA LPSJ
City Seattle Velas
Country United States Portugal
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 432 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 47.450000, -122.310000 38.670000, -28.180000

Seattle (SEA) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 7,230 kilometers (4,493 miles / 3,904 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Portugal. 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 22:23 in Seattle, it's 05:23 in Velas. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 312° (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 Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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