GAQ
Gao Airport
Mali
7,814 km
4,855 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
7,814 km
4,855 mi / 4,219 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Bamako
Heading
306°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GAQ IAD
Airport Name Gao Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code GAQ IAD
ICAO Code GAGO KIAD
City N/A Washington
Country Mali United States
Timezone Africa/Bamako America/New_York
Elevation 870 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 16.250000, -0.010000 38.900000, -77.500000

Gao Airport (GAQ) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gao Airport (GAQ) in Gao Airport, Mali to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 7,814 kilometers (4,855 miles / 4,219 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 Mali with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:38 in Gao Airport, it's 01:38 in Washington. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Gao Airport (GAQ) follows a heading of 85° (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 Gao Airport (GAQ) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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