DCA
Washington
United States
5,500 km
3,417 miles
PIK
Glasgow
United Kingdom
Distance
5,500 km
3,417 mi / 2,970 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
45°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DCA PIK
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Glasgow Prestwick Airport
IATA Code DCA PIK
ICAO Code KDCA EGPK
City Washington Glasgow
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 14 ft 65 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 55.510000, -4.590000

Washington (DCA) to Glasgow (PIK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) in Glasgow, United Kingdom is 5,500 kilometers (3,417 miles / 2,970 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 09:35 in Washington, it's 14:35 in Glasgow. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Glasgow (PIK) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 282° (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 Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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