The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Jinchuan Airport (JIC) in Jinchang, China is 11,409 kilometers (7,090 miles / 6,161 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north at a heading of 0°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:55 in Washington, it's 00:55 in Jinchang. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,726 feet between the two airports. Jinchuan Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Jinchang (JIC) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 360° (north). 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 Jinchuan Airport (JIC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.