Seattle to New York Time Difference
New York is 3 hours ahead of Seattle. When it is noon in Seattle, it is 15:00 in New York.
Los Angeles (UTC-7) → New York (UTC-4)
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When it's 02:00 in Seattle, it's 05:00 in New York
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✈️ Travel Information
Distance
3,865 km
Est. Flight Time
~5.5h
Time Difference
+3h
Work Hours Overlap
5h
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Seattle behind New York?
New York is 3 hours ahead of Seattle. When it is 12:00 noon in Seattle, it is 15:00 in New York. Seattle operates on America/Los Angeles (UTC-7), while New York uses America/New York (UTC-4).
What is the best time to call New York from Seattle?
There are 5 hours of overlapping business time (9 AM–5 PM) between Seattle and New York. The best window is 09:00–14:00 Seattle time (12:00–17:00 in New York).
Does the Seattle to New York time difference change throughout the year?
The time difference can shift by up to one hour when either city observes Daylight Saving Time (DST). DST transition dates differ between countries — typically March/April in the Northern Hemisphere and October in the Southern Hemisphere. Always verify the live difference above when scheduling important meetings near DST changeover dates.
Flying between Seattle and New York
The distance between Seattle and New York is approximately 3,865 km. A direct flight typically takes around 5.5 hours. Your arrival clock will show local New York time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.