Airport Comparison
| NCT | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guanacaste Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | NCT | SEA |
| ICAO Code | MRNC | KSEA |
| City | Nicoya/Guanacate | Seattle |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 365 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.140000, -85.450000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guanacaste Airport (NCT) in Nicoya/Guanacate, Costa Rica to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 5,396 kilometers (3,353 miles / 2,913 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:35 in Nicoya/Guanacate, it's 01:35 in Seattle.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) follows a heading of 128° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Guanacaste Airport (NCT) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.