ATF
Ambato
Ecuador
6,869 km
4,268 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
6,869 km
4,268 mi / 3,709 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Guayaquil
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ATF SEA
Airport Name Chachoan Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code ATF SEA
ICAO Code SEAM KSEA
City Ambato Seattle
Country Ecuador United States
Timezone America/Guayaquil America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 8,502 ft 432 ft
Coordinates -1.210000, -78.570000 47.450000, -122.310000

Ambato (ATF) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chachoan Airport (ATF) in Ambato, Ecuador to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 6,869 kilometers (4,268 miles / 3,709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:47 in Ambato, it's 21:47 in Seattle. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,070 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Chachoan Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Ambato (ATF) follows a heading of 128° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chachoan Airport (ATF) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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