IAD
Washington
United States
10,989 km
6,828 miles
RBX
Rumbek
South Sudan
Distance
10,989 km
6,828 mi / 5,934 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
74°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

IAD RBX
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Rumbek Airport
IATA Code IAD RBX
ICAO Code KIAD HSMK
City Washington Rumbek
Country United States South Sudan
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Juba
Elevation 312 ft 1,378 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 6.830000, 29.670000

Washington (IAD) to Rumbek (RBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Rumbek Airport (RBX) in Rumbek, South Sudan is 10,989 kilometers (6,828 miles / 5,934 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 South Sudan. 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 03:15 in Washington, it's 10:15 in Rumbek. With a 7-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 1,066 feet between the two airports. Rumbek Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Rumbek (RBX) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 311° (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 Rumbek Airport (RBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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