The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Punia Airport (PUN) in Punia, DR Congo is 11,297 kilometers (7,020 miles / 6,100 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:27 in Washington, it's 12:27 in Punia. With a 7-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 1,430 feet between the two airports. Punia Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Punia (PUN) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 310° (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 Punia Airport (PUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.