DCA
Washington
United States
5,673 km
3,525 miles
PLH
Plymouth
United Kingdom
Distance
5,673 km
3,525 mi / 3,063 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
52°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DCA PLH
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Plymouth City Airport
IATA Code DCA PLH
ICAO Code KDCA EGHD
City Washington Plymouth
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 14 ft 476 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 50.420000, -4.110000

Washington (DCA) to Plymouth (PLH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Plymouth City Airport (PLH) in Plymouth, United Kingdom is 5,673 kilometers (3,525 miles / 3,063 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 06:51 in Washington, it's 11:51 in Plymouth. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Plymouth (PLH) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 287° (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 Plymouth City Airport (PLH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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