The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Hamadan Air Base (NUJ) in Hamadan, Iran is 10,091 kilometers (6,270 miles / 5,448 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 Iran. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:33 in Washington, it's 18:03 in Hamadan. With a 8.5-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 5,297 feet between the two airports. Hamadan Air Base 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 Hamadan (NUJ) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 321° (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 Hamadan Air Base (NUJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.