The flight distance from Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO) in Gombe, Nigeria to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 9,153 kilometers (5,688 miles / 4,942 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 Nigeria 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 02:09 in Gombe, it's 21:09 in Washington. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,278 feet between the two airports. Washington Dulles International Airport sits lower than Gombe Lawanti International Airport.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Gombe (GMO) follows a heading of 83° (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 Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.