The flight distance from Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) in Gordon Downs, Australia to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 16,644 kilometers (10,342 miles / 8,987 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 Australia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:08 in Gordon Downs, it's 19:08 in Washington. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Gordon Downs (GDD) follows a heading of 304° (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 Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.