IAD to DXB Route Guide
Washington D.C., United States → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
KIAD (Washington D.C., United States) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 6,131 NM (11,355 km / 7,055 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 43° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 13h 16m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
6,131 NM
11,355 km / 7,055 mi
Initial Bearing
43° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
13h 16m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
19,893 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
313 ft
KIAD
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 6,131 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying IAD-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 IAD and DXB?
6,131 nautical miles (11,355 km / 7,055 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Washington D.C. to Dubai?
Approximately 13h 16m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly IAD-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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