IAD
Washington
United States
8,322 km
5,171 miles
KMS
Kumasi
Ghana
Distance
8,322 km
5,171 mi / 4,493 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
94°
east

Airport Comparison

IAD KMS
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Kumasi Airport
IATA Code IAD KMS
ICAO Code KIAD DGSI
City Washington Kumasi
Country United States Ghana
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Accra
Elevation 312 ft 942 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 6.710000, -1.590000

Washington (IAD) to Kumasi (KMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Kumasi Airport (KMS) in Kumasi, Ghana is 8,322 kilometers (5,171 miles / 4,493 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 94°.

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 Ghana. 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 06:13 in Washington, it's 11:13 in Kumasi. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kumasi (KMS) 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 Kumasi Airport (KMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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