IAD
Washington
United States
12,725 km
7,907 miles
KWE
Guiyang
China
Distance
12,725 km
7,907 mi / 6,871 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+13h
America/New_York
Heading
356°
north

Airport Comparison

IAD KWE
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Longdongbao Airport
IATA Code IAD KWE
ICAO Code KIAD ZUGY
City Washington Guiyang
Country United States China
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 312 ft 3,736 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 26.540000, 106.800000

Washington (IAD) to Guiyang (KWE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Longdongbao Airport (KWE) in Guiyang, China is 12,725 kilometers (7,907 miles / 6,871 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:28 in Washington, it's 01:28 in Guiyang. With a 13-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 3,424 feet between the two airports. Longdongbao Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Guiyang (KWE) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 4° (north). 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 Longdongbao Airport (KWE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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