Airport Comparison
| CWF | IAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chennault International Airport | Washington Dulles International Airport |
| IATA Code | CWF | IAD |
| ICAO Code | KCWF | KIAD |
| City | Lake Charles | Washington |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.210000, -93.140000 | 38.900000, -77.500000 |
Lake Charles (CWF) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 1,724 kilometers (1,071 miles / 931 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 16:12 in Lake Charles, it's 17:12 in Washington.
The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 241° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chennault International Airport (CWF) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.