Airport Comparison
Bern (BRN) to Washington (DCA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bern Belp Airport (BRN) in Bern, Switzerland to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States is 6,607 kilometers (4,106 miles / 3,568 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.
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 Switzerland 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 22:37 in Bern, it's 16:37 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 1,660 feet between the two airports. Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport sits lower than Bern Belp Airport.
The return flight from Washington (DCA) to Bern (BRN) follows a heading of 52° (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 Bern Belp Airport (BRN) and Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.