BHX
Birmingham
United Kingdom
5,791 km
3,598 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
5,791 km
3,598 mi / 3,127 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
287°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BHX IAD
Airport Name Birmingham International Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code BHX IAD
ICAO Code EGBB KIAD
City Birmingham Washington
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 327 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 52.450000, -1.750000 38.900000, -77.500000

Birmingham (BHX) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) in Birmingham, United Kingdom to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 5,791 kilometers (3,598 miles / 3,127 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 Kingdom with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:56 in Birmingham, it's 04:56 in Washington. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Birmingham (BHX) follows a heading of 48° (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 Birmingham International Airport (BHX) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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