PDX to SEA Route Guide
Portland, United States → Seattle, United States
Quick answer
KPDX (Portland, United States) to KSEA (Seattle, United States) is a 112 NM (207 km / 129 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 6° (N). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 3m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
112 NM
207 km / 129 mi
Initial Bearing
6° (N)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 3m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
1,836 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
31 ft
KPDX
Arrival Elevation
433 ft
KSEA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 112 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PDX-SEA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PDX and SEA?
112 nautical miles (207 km / 129 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Portland to Seattle?
Approximately 1h 3m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PDX-SEA?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
6° true (N). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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