DCA
Washington
United States
5,867 km
3,646 miles
FAB
Farnborough
United Kingdom
Distance
5,867 km
3,646 mi / 3,168 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

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DCA FAB
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Farnborough Airport
IATA Code DCA FAB
ICAO Code KDCA EGLF
City Washington Farnborough
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 14 ft 238 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 51.280000, -0.780000

Washington (DCA) to Farnborough (FAB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Farnborough Airport (FAB) in Farnborough, United Kingdom is 5,867 kilometers (3,646 miles / 3,168 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:55 in Washington, it's 10:55 in Farnborough. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Farnborough (FAB) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 288° (west 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 Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and Farnborough Airport (FAB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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