IAD
Washington
United States
2,823 km
1,754 miles
PUZ
Puerto Cabezas
Nicaragua
Distance
2,823 km
1,754 mi / 1,524 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
193°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

IAD PUZ
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Puerto Cabezas Airport
IATA Code IAD PUZ
ICAO Code KIAD MNPC
City Washington Puerto Cabezas
Country United States Nicaragua
Timezone America/New_York America/Managua
Elevation 312 ft 52 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 14.050000, -83.390000

Washington (IAD) to Puerto Cabezas (PUZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ) in Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua is 2,823 kilometers (1,754 miles / 1,524 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 193°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Nicaragua. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:47 in Washington, it's 04:47 in Puerto Cabezas.

The return flight from Puerto Cabezas (PUZ) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 11° (north). 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 Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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