The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso is 7,904 kilometers (4,911 miles / 4,268 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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 Burkina Faso. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:58 in Washington, it's 20:58 in Ouagadougou. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,023 feet between the two airports. Ouagadougou Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Ouagadougou (OUA) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 307° (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 Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.