Airport Comparison
| IAD | SAF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Washington Dulles International Airport | Santa Fe Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | IAD | SAF |
| ICAO Code | KIAD | KSAF |
| City | Washington | Santa Fe |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 312 ft | 6,349 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.900000, -77.500000 | 35.600000, -106.100000 |
Washington (IAD) to Santa Fe (SAF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) in Santa Fe, United States is 2,547 kilometers (1,583 miles / 1,375 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 271°.
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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 12:15 in Washington, it's 10:15 in Santa Fe.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,036 feet between the two airports. Santa Fe Regional Airport 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 Santa Fe (SAF) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 73° (east northeast). 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 Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.