Airport Comparison
| APA | IAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Centennial Airport | Washington Dulles International Airport |
| IATA Code | APA | IAD |
| ICAO Code | KAPA | KIAD |
| City | Denver | Washington |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,885 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.570000, -104.850000 | 38.900000, -77.500000 |
Denver (APA) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Centennial Airport (APA) in Denver, United States to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 2,348 kilometers (1,459 miles / 1,268 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 83°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 09:07 in Denver, it's 11:07 in Washington.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,573 feet between the two airports. Washington Dulles International Airport sits lower than Centennial Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Denver (APA) follows a heading of 281° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Centennial Airport (APA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.