IAD
Washington
United States
12,184 km
7,571 miles
LHU
Muneambuanas
Namibia
Distance
12,184 km
7,571 mi / 6,579 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
98°
east

Airport Comparison

IAD LHU
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Lianshulu Airport
IATA Code IAD LHU
ICAO Code KIAD FYLS
City Washington Muneambuanas
Country United States Namibia
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Windhoek
Elevation 312 ft 3,143 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 -18.120000, 23.390000

Washington (IAD) to Muneambuanas (LHU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Lianshulu Airport (LHU) in Muneambuanas, Namibia is 12,184 kilometers (7,571 miles / 6,579 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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 Namibia. 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 16:51 in Washington, it's 23:51 in Muneambuanas. 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 2,831 feet between the two airports. Lianshulu Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Muneambuanas (LHU) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 306° (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 Lianshulu Airport (LHU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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