IAD
Washington
United States
3,101 km
1,927 miles
TUS
Tucson
United States
Distance
3,101 km
1,927 mi / 1,674 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
266°
west

Airport Comparison

IAD TUS
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Tucson International Airport
IATA Code IAD TUS
ICAO Code KIAD KTUS
City Washington Tucson
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Phoenix
Elevation 312 ft 2,643 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 32.120000, -110.940000

Washington (IAD) to Tucson (TUS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Tucson International Airport (TUS) in Tucson, United States is 3,101 kilometers (1,927 miles / 1,674 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 266°.

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 14:24 in Washington, it's 12:24 in Tucson.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,331 feet between the two airports. Tucson International Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Tucson (TUS) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 66° (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 Tucson International Airport (TUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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