SEA
Seattle
United States
3,819 km
2,373 miles
SWF
New York
United States
Distance
3,819 km
2,373 mi / 2,062 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
82°
east

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SEA SWF
Airport Name Seattle-Tacoma International Airport New York Stewart International Airport
IATA Code SEA SWF
ICAO Code KSEA KSWF
City Seattle New York
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/New_York
Elevation 432 ft 491 ft
Coordinates 47.450000, -122.310000 41.500000, -74.100000

Seattle (SEA) to New York (SWF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) in New York, United States is 3,819 kilometers (2,373 miles / 2,062 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 01:29 in Seattle, it's 04:29 in New York. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from New York (SWF) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 297° (west 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 New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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