IAD
Washington
United States
5,781 km
3,592 miles
LPA
Gran Canaria Island
Spain
Distance
5,781 km
3,592 mi / 3,122 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
82°
east

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IAD LPA
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Gran Canaria Airport
IATA Code IAD LPA
ICAO Code KIAD GCLP
City Washington Gran Canaria Island
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Canary
Elevation 312 ft 78 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 27.930000, -15.390000

Washington (IAD) to Gran Canaria Island (LPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) in Gran Canaria Island, Spain is 5,781 kilometers (3,592 miles / 3,122 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 Spain. 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 00:11 in Washington, it's 05:11 in Gran Canaria Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Gran Canaria Island (LPA) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 299° (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 Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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