DCA
Washington
United States
7,971 km
4,953 miles
WZA
Wa
Ghana
Distance
7,971 km
4,953 mi / 4,304 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
92°
east

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DCA WZA
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Wa Airport
IATA Code DCA WZA
ICAO Code KDCA DGLW
City Washington Wa
Country United States Ghana
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Accra
Elevation 14 ft 1,060 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 10.080000, -2.510000

Washington (DCA) to Wa (WZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Wa Airport (WZA) in Wa, Ghana is 7,971 kilometers (4,953 miles / 4,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 92°.

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 Ghana. 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 01:18 in Washington, it's 06:18 in Wa. 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 1,046 feet between the two airports. Wa Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Wa (WZA) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 308° (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 Wa Airport (WZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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