The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Kaduna Airport (KAD) in Kaduna, Nigeria is 8,779 kilometers (5,455 miles / 4,740 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:31 in Washington, it's 19:31 in Kaduna. 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 2,059 feet between the two airports. Kaduna Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Kaduna (KAD) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 308° (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 Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and Kaduna Airport (KAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.