DCA
Washington
United States
4,995 km
3,104 miles
RIJ
Rioja
Peru
Distance
4,995 km
3,104 mi / 2,697 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
180°
south

Airport Comparison

DCA RIJ
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Juan Simons Vela Airport
IATA Code DCA RIJ
ICAO Code KDCA SPJA
City Washington Rioja
Country United States Peru
Timezone America/New_York America/Lima
Elevation 14 ft 2,707 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 -6.070000, -77.160000

Washington (DCA) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 4,995 kilometers (3,104 miles / 2,697 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

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 Peru. 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 22:56 in Washington, it's 22:56 in Rioja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,693 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) 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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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