IAD
Washington
United States
7,264 km
4,514 miles
KBA
Kabala
Sierra Leone
Distance
7,264 km
4,514 mi / 3,922 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
98°
east

Airport Comparison

IAD KBA
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Kabala Airport
IATA Code IAD KBA
ICAO Code KIAD GFKB
City Washington Kabala
Country United States Sierra Leone
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Freetown
Elevation 312 ft 1,012 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 9.640000, -11.520000

Washington (IAD) to Kabala (KBA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Kabala Airport (KBA) in Kabala, Sierra Leone is 7,264 kilometers (4,514 miles / 3,922 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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 United States with Sierra Leone. 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 20:10 in Washington, it's 01:10 in Kabala. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kabala (KBA) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 309° (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 Kabala Airport (KBA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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