Airport Comparison
| DCA | FRA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport | Frankfurt am Main International Airport |
| IATA Code | DCA | FRA |
| ICAO Code | KDCA | EDDF |
| City | Washington | Frankfurt am Main |
| Country | United States | Germany |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Europe/Berlin |
| Elevation | 14 ft | 364 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.850000, -77.040000 | 50.030000, 8.540000 |
Washington (DCA) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany is 6,529 kilometers (4,057 miles / 3,525 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.
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 Germany. 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 02:28 in Washington, it's 08:28 in Frankfurt am Main. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 295° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.