IAD
Washington
United States
6,593 km
4,096 miles
QLS
Lausanne
Switzerland
Distance
6,593 km
4,096 mi / 3,560 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
53°
northeast

Airport Comparison

IAD QLS
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport
IATA Code IAD QLS
ICAO Code KIAD LSGL
City Washington Lausanne
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 312 ft 2,041 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 46.550000, 6.620000

Washington (IAD) to Lausanne (QLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) in Lausanne, Switzerland is 6,593 kilometers (4,096 miles / 3,560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:34 in Washington, it's 08:34 in Lausanne. With a 6-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 1,729 feet between the two airports. Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Lausanne (QLS) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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