PHX to SEA Route Guide
Phoenix, United States → Seattle, United States
Quick answer
KPHX (Phoenix, United States) to KSEA (Seattle, United States) is a 962 NM (1,782 km / 1,107 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 334° (NNW). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 33m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
962 NM
1,782 km / 1,107 mi
Initial Bearing
334° (NNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 33m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
4,386 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
1,135 ft
KPHX
Arrival Elevation
433 ft
KSEA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 962 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PHX-SEA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PHX and SEA?
962 nautical miles (1,782 km / 1,107 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Phoenix to Seattle?
Approximately 2h 33m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PHX-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?
334° true (NNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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