The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Masindi Airport (KCU) in Masindi, Uganda is 11,532 kilometers (7,166 miles / 6,227 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 Uganda. 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 23:18 in Washington, it's 07:18 in Masindi. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,538 feet between the two airports. Masindi Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Masindi (KCU) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 311° (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 Masindi Airport (KCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.