The flight distance from Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) in Kolwezi Airport, DR Congo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 14,947 kilometers (9,288 miles / 8,071 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 DR Congo 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 21:43 in Kolwezi Airport, it's 11:43 in Seattle. With a 10-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 4,575 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Kolwezi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) follows a heading of 47° (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 Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.