Airport Comparison
Guiyang (KWE) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Longdongbao Airport (KWE) in Guiyang, China to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 10,434 kilometers (6,483 miles / 5,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 China with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:04 in Guiyang, it's 04:04 in Seattle. With a 16-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 3,304 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Longdongbao Airport.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Guiyang (KWE) follows a heading of 317° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Longdongbao Airport (KWE) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.