MIA to SEA Route Guide
Miami, United States → Seattle, United States
Quick answer
KMIA (Miami, United States) to KSEA (Seattle, United States) is a 2,365 NM (4,380 km / 2,722 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 314° (NW). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 5h 27m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
2,365 NM
4,380 km / 2,722 mi
Initial Bearing
314° (NW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
5h 27m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
8,595 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
8 ft
KMIA
Arrival Elevation
433 ft
KSEA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,365 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying MIA-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 MIA and SEA?
2,365 nautical miles (4,380 km / 2,722 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Miami to Seattle?
Approximately 5h 27m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly MIA-SEA?
Common types include Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR, Airbus A330-300 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL380 (38,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
314° true (NW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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