IAD
Washington
United States
3,121 km
1,940 miles
SCF
Scottsdale
United States
Distance
3,121 km
1,940 mi / 1,685 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
270°
west

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IAD SCF
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Scottsdale Airport
IATA Code IAD SCF
ICAO Code KIAD KSDL
City Washington Scottsdale
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Phoenix
Elevation 312 ft 1,510 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 33.620000, -111.910000

Washington (IAD) to Scottsdale (SCF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Scottsdale Airport (SCF) in Scottsdale, United States is 3,121 kilometers (1,940 miles / 1,685 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 270°.

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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 20:45 in Washington, it's 18:45 in Scottsdale.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,198 feet between the two airports. Scottsdale Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Scottsdale (SCF) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 69° (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 Scottsdale Airport (SCF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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