Airport Comparison
Seattle (SEA) to Detroit (YIP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Willow Run Airport (YIP) in Detroit, United States is 3,083 kilometers (1,915 miles / 1,664 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 86°.
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 08:43 in Seattle, it's 11:43 in Detroit. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Detroit (YIP) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 294° (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 Willow Run Airport (YIP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.