DCA
Washington
United States
3,511 km
2,182 miles
IPL
Imperial
United States
Distance
3,511 km
2,182 mi / 1,896 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
271°
west

Airport Comparison

DCA IPL
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Imperial County Airport
IATA Code DCA IPL
ICAO Code KDCA KIPL
City Washington Imperial
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 14 ft -54 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 32.830000, -115.580000

Washington (DCA) to Imperial (IPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Imperial County Airport (IPL) in Imperial, United States is 3,511 kilometers (2,182 miles / 1,896 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 271°.

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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 08:17 in Washington, it's 05:17 in Imperial. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Imperial (IPL) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 68° (east northeast). 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 Imperial County Airport (IPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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