IAD
Washington
United States
3,301 km
2,051 miles
LWS
Lewiston
United States
Distance
3,301 km
2,051 mi / 1,782 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
298°
west northwest

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.

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