Airport Comparison
| RFD | SEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chicago/Rockford International Airport | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| IATA Code | RFD | SEA |
| ICAO Code | KRFD | KSEA |
| City | Chicago/Rockford | Seattle |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 742 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.200000, -89.100000 | 47.450000, -122.310000 |
Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Seattle (SEA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 2,662 kilometers (1,654 miles / 1,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 03:08 in Chicago/Rockford, it's 01:08 in Seattle.
The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Chicago/Rockford (RFD) follows a heading of 90° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.