The flight distance from Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 11,806 kilometers (7,336 miles / 6,375 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Nigeria 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 08:35 in Kano, it's 23:35 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 1,130 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Mallam Aminu International Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Kano (KAN) follows a heading of 50° (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 Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.