DCA to DXB Route Guide
Washington D.C., United States → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
KDCA (Washington D.C., United States) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 6,122 NM (11,338 km / 7,045 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 43° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 13h 15m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
6,122 NM
11,338 km / 7,045 mi
Initial Bearing
43° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
13h 15m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
19,866 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
15 ft
KDCA
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 6,122 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DCA-DXB should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DCA and DXB?
6,122 nautical miles (11,338 km / 7,045 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Washington D.C. to Dubai?
Approximately 13h 15m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DCA-DXB?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A330-900neo depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
43° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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