Airport Comparison
| BLU | DCA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport | Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport |
| IATA Code | BLU | DCA |
| ICAO Code | KBLU | KDCA |
| City | Emigrant Gap | Washington |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,284 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.270000, -120.710000 | 38.850000, -77.040000 |
Emigrant Gap (BLU) to Washington (DCA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport (BLU) in Emigrant Gap, United States to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States is 3,733 kilometers (2,320 miles / 2,016 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.
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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 04:29 in Emigrant Gap, it's 07:29 in Washington. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,269 feet between the two airports. Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport sits lower than Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Washington (DCA) to Emigrant Gap (BLU) follows a heading of 285° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport (BLU) and Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.