The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) in Zacatecas, Mexico is 3,005 kilometers (1,867 miles / 1,623 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.

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 Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:05 in Washington, it's 18:05 in Zacatecas.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,127 feet between the two airports. General Leobardo C. Ruiz 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 Zacatecas (ZCL) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 48° (northeast). 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 General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.