Airport Comparison
| IAD | LWS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Washington Dulles International Airport | Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport |
| IATA Code | IAD | LWS |
| ICAO Code | KIAD | KLWS |
| City | Washington | Lewiston |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 312 ft | 1,442 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.900000, -77.500000 | 46.370000, -117.020000 |
Washington (IAD) to Lewiston (LWS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) in Lewiston, United States is 3,301 kilometers (2,051 miles / 1,782 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.
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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 07:04 in Washington, it's 04:04 in Lewiston. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,130 feet between the two airports. Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.
The return flight from Lewiston (LWS) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 90° (east). 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 Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.