The flight distance from Nampula Airport (APL) in Nampula, Mozambique to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 13,360 kilometers (8,301 miles / 7,214 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Mozambique with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:43 in Nampula, it's 04:43 in Washington. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,132 feet between the two airports. Washington Dulles International Airport sits lower than Nampula Airport.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Nampula (APL) follows a heading of 85° (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 Nampula Airport (APL) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.