The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB) in Djibouti City, Djibouti is 11,704 kilometers (7,272 miles / 6,319 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:21 in Washington, it's 08:21 in Djibouti City. With a 8-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 Djibouti City (JIB) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 316° (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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.