IAD
Washington
United States
11,307 km
7,026 miles
KDU
Skardu
Pakistan
Distance
11,307 km
7,026 mi / 6,106 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
America/New_York
Heading
22°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

IAD KDU
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Skardu Airport
IATA Code IAD KDU
ICAO Code KIAD OPSD
City Washington Skardu
Country United States Pakistan
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Karachi
Elevation 312 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 35.340000, 75.540000

Washington (IAD) to Skardu (KDU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Skardu Airport (KDU) in Skardu, Pakistan is 11,307 kilometers (7,026 miles / 6,106 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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 Pakistan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:45 in Washington, it's 14:45 in Skardu. With a 10-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 7,004 feet between the two airports. Skardu Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Skardu (KDU) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Skardu Airport (KDU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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