SEA
Seattle
United States
7,223 km
4,488 miles
SNN
Shannon
Ireland
Distance
7,223 km
4,488 mi / 3,900 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
38°
northeast

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SEA SNN
Airport Name Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Shannon Airport
IATA Code SEA SNN
ICAO Code KSEA EINN
City Seattle Shannon
Country United States Ireland
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Europe/Dublin
Elevation 432 ft 46 ft
Coordinates 47.450000, -122.310000 52.700000, -8.920000

Seattle (SEA) to Shannon (SNN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Shannon Airport (SNN) in Shannon, Ireland is 7,223 kilometers (4,488 miles / 3,900 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:57 in Seattle, it's 10:57 in Shannon. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Shannon (SNN) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 317° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Shannon Airport (SNN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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