DCA
Washington
United States
4,048 km
2,515 miles
PPN
Popayan
Colombia
Distance
4,048 km
2,515 mi / 2,186 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
179°
south

Airport Comparison

DCA PPN
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Guillermo Leon Valencia Airport
IATA Code DCA PPN
ICAO Code KDCA SKPP
City Washington Popayan
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/New_York America/Bogota
Elevation 14 ft 5,687 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 2.450000, -76.610000

Washington (DCA) to Popayan (PPN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Guillermo Leon Valencia Airport (PPN) in Popayan, Colombia is 4,048 kilometers (2,515 miles / 2,186 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 179°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:56 in Washington, it's 09:56 in Popayan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,673 feet between the two airports. Guillermo Leon Valencia Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Popayan (PPN) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 359° (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 Guillermo Leon Valencia Airport (PPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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