How long is the flight from Boston to Seattle?

The flight from Boston (BOS) to Seattle (SEA) takes about 5h 32m nonstop on a narrowbody airliner, based on the 2,163 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Boston to Seattle?

It is 2,489 miles (4,006 km, or 2,163 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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Flight time from Boston to Seattle

BOS → SEA · Boston Logan International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

The flight from Boston (BOS) to Seattle (SEA) takes about 5h 32m nonstop on a narrowbody airliner, covering 2,489 miles (4,006 km).

2,489

miles

4,006

kilometers

-3h

time change

westbound

How the aircraft compares

Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

5h 48m

NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

5h 32m

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

5h 3m

When will you arrive?

Seattle is 3 hours behind Boston. You cross 3 time zones heading west. Westbound trips like this one are usually a little easier to adjust to, so plan for a day or two of jet lag.

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Common questions

How long is the flight from Boston to Seattle?: About 5h 32m nonstop on a narrowbody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 2,489 miles, or 4,006 km (2,163 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: Seattle is 3 hours behind Boston.

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