Seattle to Dallas-Fort Worth
3h 44m The flight from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) covers 2,668 km (1,658 miles) and takes approximately 3h 44m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south-east on an initial great-circle bearing of 118°, passing near 40.9° N, 108.3° W at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 4h 51m | 5h 16m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 3h 25m | 3h 50m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 2h 58m | 3h 23m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 3h 08m | 3h 34m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| SEA | DFW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Seattle–Tacoma International Airport | Dallas Fort Worth International Airport |
| City | Seattle | Dallas-Fort Worth |
| Country | United States | United States |
| ICAO | KSEA | KDFW |
| Coordinates | 47.4479, -122.3103 | 32.8968, -97.038 |
| Elevation | 433 ft | 607 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Seattle to Dallas-Fort Worth?
A non-stop flight from Seattle (SEA) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) takes about 3h 44m. The great-circle distance is 2,668 km (1,658 miles, 1,441 nautical miles), flying south-east on an initial bearing of 118°.
How far is Seattle from Dallas-Fort Worth?
2,668 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 1,658 miles or 1,441 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between SEA and DFW?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 2,668 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Other routes from Seattle
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.