IAD
Washington
United States
8,432 km
5,239 miles
TKD
Sekondi-Takoradi
Ghana
Distance
8,432 km
5,239 mi / 4,553 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
95°
east

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IAD TKD
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Takoradi Airport
IATA Code IAD TKD
ICAO Code KIAD DGTK
City Washington Sekondi-Takoradi
Country United States Ghana
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Accra
Elevation 312 ft 21 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 4.900000, -1.770000

Washington (IAD) to Sekondi-Takoradi (TKD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Takoradi Airport (TKD) in Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana is 8,432 kilometers (5,239 miles / 4,553 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 95°.

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 Ghana. 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 02:57 in Washington, it's 07:57 in Sekondi-Takoradi. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sekondi-Takoradi (TKD) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 309° (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 Takoradi Airport (TKD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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