PTZ
Shell Mera
Ecuador
6,928 km
4,305 miles
SEA
Seattle
United States
Distance
6,928 km
4,305 mi / 3,741 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Guayaquil
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

PTZ SEA
Airport Name Rio Amazonas Airport Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
IATA Code PTZ SEA
ICAO Code SESM KSEA
City Shell Mera Seattle
Country Ecuador United States
Timezone America/Guayaquil America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 3,465 ft 432 ft
Coordinates -1.510000, -78.060000 47.450000, -122.310000

Shell Mera (PTZ) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 6,928 kilometers (4,305 miles / 3,741 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:49 in Shell Mera, it's 00:49 in Seattle. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,033 feet between the two airports. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport sits lower than Rio Amazonas Airport.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Shell Mera (PTZ) 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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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