IAD
Washington
United States
3,722 km
2,312 miles
JAV
Ilulissat
Greenland
Distance
3,722 km
2,312 mi / 2,009 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/New_York
Heading
17°
north northeast

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IAD JAV
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Ilulissat Airport
IATA Code IAD JAV
ICAO Code KIAD BGJN
City Washington Ilulissat
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/New_York America/Nuuk
Elevation 312 ft 95 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 69.240000, -51.060000

Washington (IAD) to Ilulissat (JAV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Ilulissat Airport (JAV) in Ilulissat, Greenland is 3,722 kilometers (2,312 miles / 2,009 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:27 in Washington, it's 05:27 in Ilulissat. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Ilulissat (JAV) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 219° (southwest). 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 Ilulissat Airport (JAV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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