The flight distance from Mount Cook Airport (MON) in Mount Cook Airport, New Zealand to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 12,104 kilometers (7,521 miles / 6,536 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 New Zealand with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:20 in Mount Cook Airport, it's 23:20 in Seattle. With a 21-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 1,721 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Mount Cook Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Mount Cook Airport (MON) follows a heading of 225° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mount Cook Airport (MON) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.