IAD
Washington
United States
6,798 km
4,224 miles
IES
Riesa
Germany
Distance
6,798 km
4,224 mi / 3,671 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
46°
northeast

Airport Comparison

IAD IES
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Riesa-Gohlis Airport
IATA Code IAD IES
ICAO Code KIAD EDAU
City Washington Riesa
Country United States Germany
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Berlin
Elevation 312 ft 322 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 51.290000, 13.360000

Washington (IAD) to Riesa (IES) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Riesa-Gohlis Airport (IES) in Riesa, Germany is 6,798 kilometers (4,224 miles / 3,671 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:50 in Washington, it's 23:50 in Riesa. 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 Riesa (IES) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 297° (west 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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Riesa-Gohlis Airport (IES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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