The flight distance from Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre, Malawi to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 15,912 kilometers (9,887 miles / 8,592 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:54 in Blantyre, it's 19:54 in Seattle. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,123 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Chileka International Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Blantyre (BLZ) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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