IAD
Washington
United States
3,816 km
2,371 miles
JQA
Uummannaq
Greenland
Distance
3,816 km
2,371 mi / 2,060 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/New_York
Heading
14°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

IAD JQA
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Qaarsut Airport
IATA Code IAD JQA
ICAO Code KIAD BGUQ
City Washington Uummannaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/New_York America/Nuuk
Elevation 312 ft 289 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 70.730000, -52.700000

Washington (IAD) to Uummannaq (JQA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Qaarsut Airport (JQA) in Uummannaq, Greenland is 3,816 kilometers (2,371 miles / 2,060 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:39 in Washington, it's 17:39 in Uummannaq. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Uummannaq (JQA) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 215° (southwest). 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 Qaarsut Airport (JQA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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