Airport Comparison
| DRO | IAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Durango-La Plata County Airport | Washington Dulles International Airport |
| IATA Code | DRO | IAD |
| ICAO Code | KDRO | KIAD |
| City | Durango | Washington |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 6,689 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.150000, -107.750000 | 38.900000, -77.500000 |
Durango (DRO) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) in Durango, United States to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 2,645 kilometers (1,643 miles / 1,428 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.
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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 20:54 in Durango, it's 22:54 in Washington.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,377 feet between the two airports. Washington Dulles International Airport sits lower than Durango-La Plata County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Durango (DRO) follows a heading of 275° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.