SEA to SFO Route Guide
Seattle, United States → San Francisco, United States
Quick answer
KSEA (Seattle, United States) to KSFO (San Francisco, United States) is a 590 NM (1,093 km / 679 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 180° (S). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 26m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
590 NM
1,093 km / 679 mi
Initial Bearing
180° (S)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 26m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,270 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
433 ft
KSEA
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KSFO
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 590 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SEA-SFO should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SEA and SFO?
590 nautical miles (1,093 km / 679 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Seattle to San Francisco?
Approximately 2h 26m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SEA-SFO?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
180° true (S). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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