DCA
Washington
United States
3,886 km
2,415 miles
XQU
Qualicum Beach
Canada
Distance
3,886 km
2,415 mi / 2,098 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
303°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

DCA XQU
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Qualicum Beach Airport
IATA Code DCA XQU
ICAO Code KDCA CAT4
City Washington Qualicum Beach
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Vancouver
Elevation 14 ft 191 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 49.340000, -124.390000

Washington (DCA) to Qualicum Beach (XQU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Qualicum Beach Airport (XQU) in Qualicum Beach, Canada is 3,886 kilometers (2,415 miles / 2,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:37 in Washington, it's 01:37 in Qualicum Beach. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Qualicum Beach (XQU) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 89° (east). 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 Qualicum Beach Airport (XQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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