Airport Comparison
| FAQ | IAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Frieda River Airport | Washington Dulles International Airport |
| IATA Code | FAQ | IAD |
| ICAO Code | AYFR | KIAD |
| City | Frieda River | Washington |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 217 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | -4.610000, 141.960000 | 38.900000, -77.500000 |
Frieda River (FAQ) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frieda River Airport (FAQ) in Frieda River, Papua New Guinea to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 14,510 kilometers (9,016 miles / 7,835 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Papua New Guinea with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:48 in Frieda River, it's 14:48 in Washington. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Frieda River (FAQ) follows a heading of 304° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Frieda River Airport (FAQ) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.