Airport Comparison
| DCA | LPB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport | El Alto International Airport |
| IATA Code | DCA | LPB |
| ICAO Code | KDCA | SLLP |
| City | Washington | La Paz / El Alto |
| Country | United States | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 14 ft | 13,355 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.850000, -77.040000 | -16.510000, -68.190000 |
Washington (DCA) to La Paz / El Alto (LPB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to El Alto International Airport (LPB) in La Paz / El Alto, Bolivia is 6,224 kilometers (3,868 miles / 3,361 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 170°.
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 Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:49 in Washington, it's 17:49 in La Paz / El Alto.
There is a significant elevation difference of 13,341 feet between the two airports. El Alto International Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from La Paz / El Alto (LPB) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 352° (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 El Alto International Airport (LPB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.