Airport Comparison
| DEM | IAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Dembidollo Airport | Washington Dulles International Airport |
| IATA Code | DEM | IAD |
| ICAO Code | HADD | KIAD |
| City | Dembidollo | Washington |
| Country | Ethiopia | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,200 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.550000, 34.860000 | 38.900000, -77.500000 |
Dembidollo (DEM) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Dembidollo Airport (DEM) in Dembidollo, Ethiopia to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 11,287 kilometers (7,013 miles / 6,094 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:32 in Dembidollo, it's 07:32 in Washington. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,888 feet between the two airports. Washington Dulles International Airport sits lower than Dembidollo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Dembidollo (DEM) follows a heading of 69° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Dembidollo Airport (DEM) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.