GWT
Westerland
Germany
7,732 km
4,805 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
7,732 km
4,805 mi / 4,175 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
327°
north northwest

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GWT SEA
Airport Name Westerland Sylt Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code GWT SEA
ICAO Code EDXW KSEA
City Westerland Seattle
Country Germany United States
Timezone Europe/Berlin America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 51 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 54.910000, 8.340000 47.450000, -122.310000

Westerland (GWT) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) in Westerland, Germany to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 7,732 kilometers (4,805 miles / 4,175 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:05 in Westerland, it's 07:05 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.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Westerland (GWT) follows a heading of 28° (north 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 Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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