IAD
Washington
United States
8,128 km
5,051 miles
QNS
Porto Alegre
Brazil
Distance
8,128 km
5,051 mi / 4,389 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
156°
south southeast

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IAD QNS
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Canoas Airport
IATA Code IAD QNS
ICAO Code KIAD SBCO
City Washington Porto Alegre
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 312 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 -29.950000, -51.140000

Washington (IAD) to Porto Alegre (QNS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Canoas Airport (QNS) in Porto Alegre, Brazil is 8,128 kilometers (5,051 miles / 4,389 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:48 in Washington, it's 13:48 in Porto Alegre.

The return flight from Porto Alegre (QNS) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Canoas Airport (QNS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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