Airport Comparison
| IAD | WYS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Washington Dulles International Airport | Yellowstone Airport |
| IATA Code | IAD | WYS |
| ICAO Code | KIAD | KWYS |
| City | Washington | West Yellowstone |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 312 ft | 6,649 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.900000, -77.500000 | 44.690000, -111.120000 |
Washington (IAD) to West Yellowstone (WYS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Yellowstone Airport (WYS) in West Yellowstone, United States is 2,839 kilometers (1,764 miles / 1,533 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.
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 07:10 in Washington, it's 05:10 in West Yellowstone.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,337 feet between the two airports. Yellowstone 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 West Yellowstone (WYS) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 91° (east). 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 Yellowstone Airport (WYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.