The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Savuti Airport (SVT) in Savuti, Botswana is 15,587 kilometers (9,685 miles / 8,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 Botswana. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:50 in Seattle, it's 22:50 in Savuti. 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 2,718 feet between the two airports. Savuti Airport sits higher than Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

The return flight from Savuti (SVT) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 324° (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 Savuti Airport (SVT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.