The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Tongoa Island Airport (TGH) in Tongoa Island, Vanuatu is 13,232 kilometers (8,222 miles / 7,145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 271°.

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 Vanuatu. 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 05:31 in Washington, it's 21:31 in Tongoa Island. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Tongoa Island (TGH) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 54° (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 Tongoa Island Airport (TGH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.