Airport Comparison
| SEA | VLE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | Valle Airport |
| IATA Code | SEA | VLE |
| ICAO Code | KSEA | K40G |
| City | Seattle | Grand Canyon |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 432 ft | 5,999 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.450000, -122.310000 | 35.650000, -112.150000 |
Seattle (SEA) to Grand Canyon (VLE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Valle Airport (VLE) in Grand Canyon, United States is 1,558 kilometers (968 miles / 841 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 03:05 in Seattle, it's 04:05 in Grand Canyon.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,567 feet between the two airports. Valle Airport sits higher than Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Grand Canyon (VLE) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 330° (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 Valle Airport (VLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.