Airport Comparison
| SEA | TUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | Tucson International Airport |
| IATA Code | SEA | TUS |
| ICAO Code | KSEA | KTUS |
| City | Seattle | Tucson |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 432 ft | 2,643 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.450000, -122.310000 | 32.120000, -110.940000 |
Seattle (SEA) to Tucson (TUS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Tucson International Airport (TUS) in Tucson, United States is 1,957 kilometers (1,216 miles / 1,057 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 146°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 02:56 in Seattle, it's 03:56 in Tucson.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,211 feet between the two airports. Tucson International Airport sits higher than Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
The return flight from Tucson (TUS) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 334° (north 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 Tucson International Airport (TUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.