Seattle to Phoenix
2h 38m The flight from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) covers 1,782 km (1,107 miles) and takes approximately 2h 38m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south-east on an initial great-circle bearing of 147°, passing near 40.6° N, 116.6° 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 | 3h 14m | 3h 40m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 2h 17m | 2h 42m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 1h 59m | 2h 24m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 2h 06m | 2h 31m |
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 | PHX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Seattle–Tacoma International Airport | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
| City | Seattle | Phoenix |
| Country | United States | United States |
| ICAO | KSEA | KPHX |
| Coordinates | 47.4479, -122.3103 | 33.4353, -112.0059 |
| Elevation | 433 ft | 1,135 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Seattle to Phoenix?
A non-stop flight from Seattle (SEA) to Phoenix (PHX) takes about 2h 38m. The great-circle distance is 1,782 km (1,107 miles, 962 nautical miles), flying south-east on an initial bearing of 147°.
How far is Seattle from Phoenix?
1,782 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 1,107 miles or 962 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 PHX?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,782 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.
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.