The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania is 12,069 kilometers (7,499 miles / 6,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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 Tanzania. 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 07:15 in Washington, it's 15:15 in Shinyanga. With a 8-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 3,488 feet between the two airports. Shinyanga Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Shinyanga (SHY) 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 Shinyanga Airport (SHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.