IAD
Washington
United States
5,631 km
3,499 miles
OUK
Shetland
United Kingdom
Distance
5,631 km
3,499 mi / 3,040 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
38°
northeast

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IAD OUK
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Out Skerries Airstrip
IATA Code IAD OUK
ICAO Code KIAD _OUK
City Washington Shetland
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 312 ft 20 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 60.430000, -0.750000

Washington (IAD) to Shetland (OUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Out Skerries Airstrip (OUK) in Shetland, United Kingdom is 5,631 kilometers (3,499 miles / 3,040 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 10:08 in Washington, it's 15:08 in Shetland. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shetland (OUK) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 282° (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 Out Skerries Airstrip (OUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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