IAD
Washington
United States
6,767 km
4,205 miles
ZJI
Locarno Airport
Switzerland
Distance
6,767 km
4,205 mi / 3,654 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
52°
northeast

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IAD ZJI
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Locarno Airport
IATA Code IAD ZJI
ICAO Code KIAD LSZL
City Washington N/A
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 312 ft 650 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 46.160000, 8.880000

Washington (IAD) to Locarno Airport (ZJI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Locarno Airport (ZJI) in Locarno Airport, Switzerland is 6,767 kilometers (4,205 miles / 3,654 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:34 in Washington, it's 06:34 in Locarno Airport. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Locarno Airport (ZJI) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 297° (west 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 Locarno Airport (ZJI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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