IAD to CDG Route Guide
Washington D.C., United States → Paris, France
Quick answer
KIAD (Washington D.C., United States) to LFPG (Paris, France) is a 3,346 NM (6,197 km / 3,851 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 51° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 7h 32m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,346 NM
6,197 km / 3,851 mi
Initial Bearing
51° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
7h 32m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
11,538 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
313 ft
KIAD
Arrival Elevation
392 ft
LFPG
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,346 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying IAD-CDG 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 IAD and CDG?
3,346 nautical miles (6,197 km / 3,851 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Washington D.C. to Paris?
Approximately 7h 32m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly IAD-CDG?
Common types include Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR, Airbus A330-300 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL380 (38,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
51° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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