The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN) in Dien Bien Phu, Vietnam is 13,316 kilometers (8,274 miles / 7,190 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 360°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:30 in Washington, it's 22:30 in Dien Bien Phu. With a 12-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 1,597 feet between the two airports. Dien Bien Phu Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Dien Bien Phu (DIN) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 0° (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 Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.