DTW
Detroit
United States
3,093 km
1,922 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
3,093 km
1,922 mi / 1,670 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
294°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

DTW SEA
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code DTW SEA
ICAO Code KDTW KSEA
City Detroit Seattle
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 645 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 47.450000, -122.310000

Detroit (DTW) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 3,093 kilometers (1,922 miles / 1,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

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 05:55 in Detroit, it's 02:55 in Seattle. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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