The flight distance from Livingstone Airport (LVI) in Livingstone, Zambia to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 15,628 kilometers (9,711 miles / 8,439 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Zambia 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 19:49 in Livingstone, it's 09:49 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 2,870 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Livingstone Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Livingstone (LVI) follows a heading of 52° (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 Livingstone Airport (LVI) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.