ASM
Asmara
Eritrea
11,085 km
6,888 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
11,085 km
6,888 mi / 5,985 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Africa/Asmara
Heading
315°
northwest

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Airport Comparison

ASM IAD
Airport Name Asmara International Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code ASM IAD
ICAO Code HHAS KIAD
City Asmara Washington
Country Eritrea United States
Timezone Africa/Asmara America/New_York
Elevation 7,661 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 15.290000, 38.910000 38.900000, -77.500000

Asmara (ASM) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Asmara International Airport (ASM) in Asmara, Eritrea to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 11,085 kilometers (6,888 miles / 5,985 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Eritrea 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 14:40 in Asmara, it's 07:40 in Washington. With a 7-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 7,349 feet between the two airports. Washington Dulles International Airport sits lower than Asmara International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Asmara (ASM) follows a heading of 61° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Asmara International Airport (ASM) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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