NAQ
Qaanaaq
Greenland
4,019 km
2,497 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
4,019 km
2,497 mi / 2,170 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Thule
Heading
246°
west southwest

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NAQ SEA
Airport Name Qaanaaq Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code NAQ SEA
ICAO Code BGQQ KSEA
City Qaanaaq Seattle
Country Greenland United States
Timezone America/Thule America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 51 ft 432 ft
Coordinates 77.490000, -69.390000 47.450000, -122.310000

Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 4,019 kilometers (2,497 miles / 2,170 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Greenland with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:22 in Qaanaaq, it's 06:22 in Seattle. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) follows a heading of 17° (north 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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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