SAN to SEA Route Guide
San Diego, United States → Seattle, United States
Quick answer
KSAN (San Diego, United States) to KSEA (Seattle, United States) is a 914 NM (1,693 km / 1,052 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 347° (NNW). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 27m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
914 NM
1,693 km / 1,052 mi
Initial Bearing
347° (NNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 27m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
4,242 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
17 ft
KSAN
Arrival Elevation
433 ft
KSEA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 914 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SAN-SEA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SAN and SEA?
914 nautical miles (1,693 km / 1,052 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from San Diego to Seattle?
Approximately 2h 27m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SAN-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?
347° true (NNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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