Airport Comparison
| IAD | LVS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Washington Dulles International Airport | Las Vegas Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | IAD | LVS |
| ICAO Code | KIAD | KLVS |
| City | Washington | Las Vegas |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 312 ft | 6,877 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.900000, -77.500000 | 35.650000, -105.140000 |
Washington (IAD) to Las Vegas (LVS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Las Vegas Municipal Airport (LVS) in Las Vegas, United States is 2,463 kilometers (1,530 miles / 1,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 270°.
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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 12:10 in Washington, it's 10:10 in Las Vegas.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,565 feet between the two airports. Las Vegas Municipal Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Las Vegas (LVS) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 73° (east northeast). 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 Las Vegas Municipal Airport (LVS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.