Airport Comparison
| IAD | TBG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Washington Dulles International Airport | Tabubil Airport |
| IATA Code | IAD | TBG |
| ICAO Code | KIAD | AYTB |
| City | Washington | Tabubil |
| Country | United States | Papua New Guinea |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Elevation | 312 ft | 1,570 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.900000, -77.500000 | -5.280000, 141.230000 |
Washington (IAD) to Tabubil (TBG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Tabubil Airport (TBG) in Tabubil, Papua New Guinea is 14,620 kilometers (9,084 miles / 7,894 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 304°.
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 Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:10 in Washington, it's 04:10 in Tabubil. With a 15-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 1,258 feet between the two airports. Tabubil Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.
The return flight from Tabubil (TBG) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 41° (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 Tabubil Airport (TBG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.