SEA to DXB Route Guide
Seattle, United States → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
KSEA (Seattle, United States) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 6,440 NM (11,927 km / 7,411 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 2° (N). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 13h 55m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
6,440 NM
11,927 km / 7,411 mi
Initial Bearing
2° (N)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
13h 55m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
20,820 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
433 ft
KSEA
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 6,440 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SEA-DXB 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 SEA and DXB?
6,440 nautical miles (11,927 km / 7,411 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Seattle to Dubai?
Approximately 13h 55m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SEA-DXB?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A330-900neo depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
2° true (N). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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