Airport Comparison
| SEA | WAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | Wallops Flight Facility Airport |
| IATA Code | SEA | WAL |
| ICAO Code | KSEA | KWAL |
| City | Seattle | Wallops Island |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 432 ft | 40 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.450000, -122.310000 | 37.940000, -75.470000 |
Seattle (SEA) to Wallops Island (WAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) in Wallops Island, United States is 3,907 kilometers (2,428 miles / 2,110 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 88°.
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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 00:58 in Seattle, it's 03:58 in Wallops Island. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Wallops Island (WAL) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 301° (west 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 Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.