IAD
Washington
United States
3,026 km
1,880 miles
ILS
San Salvador
El Salvador
Distance
3,026 km
1,880 mi / 1,634 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
205°
south southwest

Ready to fly IAD to ILS?

Compare flight prices across hundreds of airlines and booking sites.

Find flights from IAD to ILS

Some links on this page are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Airport Comparison

IAD ILS
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Ilopango International Airport
IATA Code IAD ILS
ICAO Code KIAD MSSS
City Washington San Salvador
Country United States El Salvador
Timezone America/New_York America/El_Salvador
Elevation 312 ft 2,021 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 13.700000, -89.120000

Washington (IAD) to San Salvador (ILS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador is 3,026 kilometers (1,880 miles / 1,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:14 in Washington, it's 17:14 in San Salvador.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,709 feet between the two airports. Ilopango International Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from San Salvador (ILS) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 20° (north 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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Ilopango International Airport (ILS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Cheapest months to fly IAD → ILS

Live ticket prices for the next 12 months. Click any month to see deals.

Flight schedule IAD → ILS

Upcoming departures, airlines, and flight numbers for this route.

Flight IAD → ILS delayed or cancelled?

You may be entitled to up to €600 compensation under EU 261 / UK 261. Check eligibility in 2 minutes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.