SMF to SEA Route Guide
Sacramento, United States → Seattle, United States
Quick answer
KSMF (Sacramento, United States) to KSEA (Seattle, United States) is a 527 NM (976 km / 606 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 357° (N). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 13m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
527 NM
976 km / 606 mi
Initial Bearing
357° (N)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 13m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,081 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
27 ft
KSMF
Arrival Elevation
433 ft
KSEA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 527 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SMF-SEA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SMF and SEA?
527 nautical miles (976 km / 606 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Sacramento to Seattle?
Approximately 2h 13m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SMF-SEA?
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?
357° true (N). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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