The flight distance from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States is 11,093 kilometers (6,893 miles / 5,990 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 22:13 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 17:13 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 Rio De Janeiro (SDU) follows a heading of 113° (east 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 Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.