IAD
Washington
United States
3,864 km
2,401 miles
OAK
Oakland
United States
Distance
3,864 km
2,401 mi / 2,087 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
282°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

IAD OAK
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Metro Oakland International Airport
IATA Code IAD OAK
ICAO Code KIAD KOAK
City Washington Oakland
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 312 ft 9 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 37.720000, -122.220000

Washington (IAD) to Oakland (OAK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Metro Oakland International Airport (OAK) in Oakland, United States is 3,864 kilometers (2,401 miles / 2,087 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 23:44 in Washington, it's 20:44 in Oakland. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Oakland (OAK) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 74° (east northeast). 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 Metro Oakland International Airport (OAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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