BUF
Buffalo
United States
476 km
296 miles
DCA
Washington
United States
Distance
476 km
296 mi / 257 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
162°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BUF DCA
Airport Name Buffalo Niagara International Airport Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport
IATA Code BUF DCA
ICAO Code KBUF KDCA
City Buffalo Washington
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/New_York
Elevation 727 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 42.940000, -78.730000 38.850000, -77.040000

Buffalo (BUF) to Washington (DCA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) in Buffalo, United States to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States is 476 kilometers (296 miles / 257 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 162°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 12:20 in Buffalo, it's 12:20 in Washington.

The return flight from Washington (DCA) to Buffalo (BUF) follows a heading of 343° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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