The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport (JIQ) in Chongqing, China is 12,389 kilometers (7,698 miles / 6,690 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 11:33 in Washington, it's 00:33 in Chongqing. 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 1,351 feet between the two airports. Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Chongqing (JIQ) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 5° (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 Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport (JIQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.