DCA
Washington
United States
3,528 km
2,192 miles
YLW
Kelowna
Canada
Distance
3,528 km
2,192 mi / 1,905 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
305°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DCA YLW
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Kelowna Airport
IATA Code DCA YLW
ICAO Code KDCA CYLW
City Washington Kelowna
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Vancouver
Elevation 14 ft 1,409 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 49.960000, -119.380000

Washington (DCA) to Kelowna (YLW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Kelowna Airport (YLW) in Kelowna, Canada is 3,528 kilometers (2,192 miles / 1,905 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:28 in Washington, it's 05:28 in Kelowna. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,395 feet between the two airports. Kelowna Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Kelowna (YLW) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 94° (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 Kelowna Airport (YLW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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