SEA
Seattle
United States
11,269 km
7,002 miles
WAP
Alto Palena
Chile
Distance
11,269 km
7,002 mi / 6,085 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
145°
southeast

Airport Comparison

SEA WAP
Airport Name Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Alto Palena Airport
IATA Code SEA WAP
ICAO Code KSEA SCAP
City Seattle Alto Palena
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Santiago
Elevation 432 ft 794 ft
Coordinates 47.450000, -122.310000 -43.610000, -71.810000

Seattle (SEA) to Alto Palena (WAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Alto Palena Airport (WAP) in Alto Palena, Chile is 11,269 kilometers (7,002 miles / 6,085 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:50 in Seattle, it's 02:50 in Alto Palena. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Alto Palena (WAP) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 328° (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 Alto Palena Airport (WAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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