The flight distance from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) in Chongqing, China to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States is 12,381 kilometers (7,693 miles / 6,685 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 3°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:59 in Chongqing, it's 05:59 in Washington. With a 13-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 1,351 feet between the two airports. Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport sits lower than Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport.

The return flight from Washington (DCA) to Chongqing (CKG) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) and Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.