The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Kasama Airport (KAA) in Kasama, Zambia is 12,327 kilometers (7,660 miles / 6,656 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:06 in Washington, it's 21:06 in Kasama. 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 4,229 feet between the two airports. Kasama Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Kasama (KAA) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 308° (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 Kasama Airport (KAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.