IAD
Washington
United States
4,587 km
2,850 miles
YXY
Whitehorse
Canada
Distance
4,587 km
2,850 mi / 2,477 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IAD YXY
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport
IATA Code IAD YXY
ICAO Code KIAD CYXY
City Washington Whitehorse
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Whitehorse
Elevation 312 ft 2,317 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 60.710000, -135.070000

Washington (IAD) to Whitehorse (YXY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) in Whitehorse, Canada is 4,587 kilometers (2,850 miles / 2,477 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 05:46 in Washington, it's 03:46 in Whitehorse.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,005 feet between the two airports. Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Whitehorse (YXY) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 95° (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 Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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