IAD
Washington
United States
8,324 km
5,172 miles
SEB
Sabha
Libya
Distance
8,324 km
5,172 mi / 4,495 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
67°
east northeast

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IAD SEB
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Sabha Airport
IATA Code IAD SEB
ICAO Code KIAD HLLS
City Washington Sabha
Country United States Libya
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Tripoli
Elevation 312 ft 1,427 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 26.990000, 14.470000

Washington (IAD) to Sabha (SEB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Sabha Airport (SEB) in Sabha, Libya is 8,324 kilometers (5,172 miles / 4,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 Libya. 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 07:01 in Washington, it's 14:01 in Sabha. 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 1,115 feet between the two airports. Sabha Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Sabha (SEB) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 306° (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 Sabha Airport (SEB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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