DCA
Washington
United States
3,453 km
2,145 miles
ZGF
Grand Forks
Canada
Distance
3,453 km
2,145 mi / 1,864 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
303°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

DCA ZGF
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Grand Forks Airport
IATA Code DCA ZGF
ICAO Code KDCA CZGF
City Washington Grand Forks
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Vancouver
Elevation 14 ft 1,720 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 49.020000, -118.430000

Washington (DCA) to Grand Forks (ZGF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) in Grand Forks, Canada is 3,453 kilometers (2,145 miles / 1,864 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.

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 16:33 in Washington, it's 13:33 in Grand Forks. 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 1,706 feet between the two airports. Grand Forks Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Grand Forks (ZGF) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 93° (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 Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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