DCA
Washington
United States
4,489 km
2,789 miles
PTZ
Shell Mera
Ecuador
Distance
4,489 km
2,789 mi / 2,424 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
182°
south

Airport Comparison

DCA PTZ
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Rio Amazonas Airport
IATA Code DCA PTZ
ICAO Code KDCA SESM
City Washington Shell Mera
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/New_York America/Guayaquil
Elevation 14 ft 3,465 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 -1.510000, -78.060000

Washington (DCA) to Shell Mera (PTZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 4,489 kilometers (2,789 miles / 2,424 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 182°.

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 Ecuador. 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 17:11 in Washington, it's 17:11 in Shell Mera.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,451 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 1° (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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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