Airport Comparison
| DRO | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Durango-La Plata County Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | DRO | SEA |
| ICAO Code | KDRO | KSEA |
| City | Durango | Seattle |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 6,689 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.150000, -107.750000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Durango (DRO) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) in Durango, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 1,652 kilometers (1,026 miles / 892 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 22:00 in Durango, it's 21:00 in Seattle.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,257 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Durango-La Plata County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Durango (DRO) follows a heading of 129° (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 Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.