The flight distance from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas-Fort Worth, United States to Birao Airport (IRO) in Birao, Central African Republic is 12,040 kilometers (7,481 miles / 6,501 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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 United States with Central African Republic. 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 04:24 in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 10:24 in Birao. With a 6-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 1,090 feet between the two airports. Birao Airport sits higher than Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.

The return flight from Birao (IRO) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) follows a heading of 310° (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 Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Birao Airport (IRO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.