The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Zahedan International Airport (ZAH) in Zahedan, Iran is 11,275 kilometers (7,006 miles / 6,088 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 Iran. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:38 in Washington, it's 12:08 in Zahedan. With a 8.5-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 4,252 feet between the two airports. Zahedan International Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Zahedan (ZAH) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 328° (north 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 Zahedan International Airport (ZAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.