IAD
Washington
United States
8,010 km
4,977 miles
WZA
Wa
Ghana
Distance
8,010 km
4,977 mi / 4,325 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
91°
east

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IAD WZA
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Wa Airport
IATA Code IAD WZA
ICAO Code KIAD DGLW
City Washington Wa
Country United States Ghana
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Accra
Elevation 312 ft 1,060 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 10.080000, -2.510000

Washington (IAD) to Wa (WZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Wa Airport (WZA) in Wa, Ghana is 8,010 kilometers (4,977 miles / 4,325 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

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 07:40 in Washington, it's 12:40 in Wa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Wa (WZA) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 308° (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 Wa Airport (WZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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