JFK to SEA Route Guide
New York, United States → Seattle, United States
Quick answer
KJFK (New York, United States) to KSEA (Seattle, United States) is a 2,099 NM (3,887 km / 2,415 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 298° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 5h 5m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
2,099 NM
3,887 km / 2,415 mi
Initial Bearing
298° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
5h 5m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
7,797 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
Arrival Elevation
433 ft
KSEA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,099 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying JFK-SEA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between JFK and SEA?
2,099 nautical miles (3,887 km / 2,415 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from New York to Seattle?
Approximately 5h 5m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly JFK-SEA?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
298° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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