GWT
Westerland
Germany
6,326 km
3,931 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
6,326 km
3,931 mi / 3,416 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
292°
west northwest

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GWT IAD
Airport Name Westerland Sylt Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code GWT IAD
ICAO Code EDXW KIAD
City Westerland Washington
Country Germany United States
Timezone Europe/Berlin America/New_York
Elevation 51 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 54.910000, 8.340000 38.900000, -77.500000

Westerland (GWT) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) in Westerland, Germany to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 6,326 kilometers (3,931 miles / 3,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

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 an international route connecting Germany with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:17 in Westerland, it's 08:17 in Washington. With a 6-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 Westerland (GWT) follows a heading of 43° (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 Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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