BUF
Buffalo
United States
461 km
286 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
461 km
286 mi / 249 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
167°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BUF IAD
Airport Name Buffalo Niagara International Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code BUF IAD
ICAO Code KBUF KIAD
City Buffalo Washington
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/New_York
Elevation 727 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 42.940000, -78.730000 38.900000, -77.500000

Buffalo (BUF) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) in Buffalo, United States to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 461 kilometers (286 miles / 249 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.

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 10:38 in Buffalo, it's 10:38 in Washington.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Buffalo (BUF) follows a heading of 347° (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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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