DCA
Washington
United States
3,802 km
2,363 miles
SHN
Shelton
United States
Distance
3,802 km
2,363 mi / 2,053 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
299°
west northwest

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DCA SHN
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Sanderson Field
IATA Code DCA SHN
ICAO Code KDCA KSHN
City Washington Shelton
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 14 ft 273 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 47.230000, -123.150000

Washington (DCA) to Shelton (SHN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Sanderson Field (SHN) in Shelton, United States is 3,802 kilometers (2,363 miles / 2,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 06:34 in Washington, it's 03:34 in Shelton. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shelton (SHN) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 87° (east). 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 Sanderson Field (SHN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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