Airport Comparison
| SEA | TJA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport |
| IATA Code | SEA | TJA |
| ICAO Code | KSEA | SLTJ |
| City | Seattle | Tarija |
| Country | United States | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 432 ft | 6,079 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.450000, -122.310000 | -21.560000, -64.700000 |
Seattle (SEA) to Tarija (TJA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA) in Tarija, Bolivia is 9,586 kilometers (5,956 miles / 5,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.
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 United States with Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:20 in Seattle, it's 08:20 in Tarija. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,647 feet between the two airports. Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport sits higher than Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tarija (TJA) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 325° (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 Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.