Airport Comparison
| IAD | XWA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Washington Dulles International Airport | Williston Basin International Airport |
| IATA Code | IAD | XWA |
| ICAO Code | KIAD | KXWA |
| City | Washington | Williston |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 312 ft | 2,356 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.900000, -77.500000 | 48.260000, -103.750000 |
Washington (IAD) to Williston (XWA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) in Williston, United States is 2,341 kilometers (1,455 miles / 1,264 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 11:50 in Washington, it's 10:50 in Williston.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,044 feet between the two airports. Williston Basin International Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.
The return flight from Williston (XWA) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 107° (east southeast). 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 Williston Basin International Airport (XWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.