The flight distance from Santa Maria Airport (RIA) in Santa Maria, Brazil to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 10,973 kilometers (6,818 miles / 5,925 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Brazil 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 04:36 in Santa Maria, it's 23:36 in Seattle. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Seattle (SEA) to Santa Maria (RIA) follows a heading of 125° (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 Santa Maria Airport (RIA) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.