Airport Comparison
| SEA | SWQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | Sumbawa Besar Airport |
| IATA Code | SEA | SWQ |
| ICAO Code | KSEA | WADS |
| City | Seattle | Sumbawa Island |
| Country | United States | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Makassar |
| Elevation | 432 ft | 16 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.450000, -122.310000 | -8.490000, 117.410000 |
Seattle (SEA) to Sumbawa Island (SWQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) in Sumbawa Island, Indonesia is 12,953 kilometers (8,048 miles / 6,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.
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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:12 in Seattle, it's 13:12 in Sumbawa Island. With a 16-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 Sumbawa Island (SWQ) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 41° (northeast). 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 Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.