GOH
Nuuk
Greenland
3,281 km
2,038 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
3,281 km
2,038 mi / 1,771 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Nuuk
Heading
223°
southwest

Airport Comparison

GOH IAD
Airport Name Godthaab / Nuuk Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code GOH IAD
ICAO Code BGGH KIAD
City Nuuk Washington
Country Greenland United States
Timezone America/Nuuk America/New_York
Elevation 283 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 64.190000, -51.680000 38.900000, -77.500000

Nuuk (GOH) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Godthaab / Nuuk Airport (GOH) in Nuuk, Greenland to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 3,281 kilometers (2,038 miles / 1,771 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 223°.

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 an international route connecting Greenland with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:58 in Nuuk, it's 00:58 in Washington. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Nuuk (GOH) follows a heading of 23° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Godthaab / Nuuk Airport (GOH) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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