IAD
Washington
United States
2,881 km
1,790 miles
YXH
Medicine Hat
Canada
Distance
2,881 km
1,790 mi / 1,555 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
306°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IAD YXH
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Medicine Hat Airport
IATA Code IAD YXH
ICAO Code KIAD CYXH
City Washington Medicine Hat
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Edmonton
Elevation 312 ft 2,352 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 50.020000, -110.720000

Washington (IAD) to Medicine Hat (YXH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Medicine Hat Airport (YXH) in Medicine Hat, Canada is 2,881 kilometers (1,790 miles / 1,555 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:05 in Washington, it's 00:05 in Medicine Hat.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,040 feet between the two airports. Medicine Hat Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Medicine Hat (YXH) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 103° (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 Medicine Hat Airport (YXH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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