ASJ
Amami
Japan
8,938 km
5,554 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
8,938 km
5,554 mi / 4,826 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-17h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
41°
northeast

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ASJ SEA
Airport Name Amami Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code ASJ SEA
ICAO Code RJKA KSEA
City Amami Seattle
Country Japan United States
Timezone Asia/Tokyo America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 27 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 28.430000, 129.710000 47.450000, -122.310000

Amami (ASJ) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Amami Airport (ASJ) in Amami, Japan to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 8,938 kilometers (5,554 miles / 4,826 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Japan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:51 in Amami, it's 03:51 in Seattle. With a 17-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 Seattle (SEA) to Amami (ASJ) follows a heading of 302° (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 Amami Airport (ASJ) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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