The flight distance from Hwange National Park Airport (HWN) in Hwange, Zimbabwe to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 12,529 kilometers (7,785 miles / 6,765 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:53 in Hwange, it's 13:53 in Washington. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,231 feet between the two airports. Washington Dulles International Airport sits lower than Hwange National Park Airport.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Hwange (HWN) follows a heading of 96° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Hwange National Park Airport (HWN) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.