Airport Comparison
| GCK | IAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Garden City Regional Airport | Washington Dulles International Airport |
| IATA Code | GCK | IAD |
| ICAO Code | KGCK | KIAD |
| City | Garden City | Washington |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 2,891 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.930000, -100.720000 | 38.900000, -77.500000 |
Garden City (GCK) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Garden City Regional Airport (GCK) in Garden City, United States to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 2,020 kilometers (1,255 miles / 1,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 80°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 13:51 in Garden City, it's 14:51 in Washington.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,579 feet between the two airports. Washington Dulles International Airport sits lower than Garden City Regional Airport.
The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Garden City (GCK) follows a heading of 274° (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 Garden City Regional Airport (GCK) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.