LAF
Lafayette
United States
2,911 km
1,809 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
2,911 km
1,809 mi / 1,572 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
297°
west northwest

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LAF SEA
Airport Name Purdue University Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code LAF SEA
ICAO Code KLAF KSEA
City Lafayette Seattle
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 606 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 40.410000, -86.940000 47.450000, -122.310000

Lafayette (LAF) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Purdue University Airport (LAF) in Lafayette, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 2,911 kilometers (1,809 miles / 1,572 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 07:16 in Lafayette, it's 04:16 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 Lafayette (LAF) follows a heading of 92° (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 Purdue University Airport (LAF) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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