FAI
Fairbanks
United States
5,247 km
3,260 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
5,247 km
3,260 mi / 2,833 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Anchorage
Heading
88°
east

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FAI IAD
Airport Name Fairbanks International Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code FAI IAD
ICAO Code PAFA KIAD
City Fairbanks Washington
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Anchorage America/New_York
Elevation 439 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 64.820000, -147.860000 38.900000, -77.500000

Fairbanks (FAI) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) in Fairbanks, United States to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 5,247 kilometers (3,260 miles / 2,833 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 4-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 19:18 in Fairbanks, it's 23:18 in Washington. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Fairbanks (FAI) follows a heading of 327° (north 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 Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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