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Flight Distance from Dulles (IAD) to London, Essex (STN)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
IADKIAD
Dulles, United States
Washington Dulles International Airport
Great Circle Path
5,933 km3,687 miles • 3,204 NM
Destination Airport
EGSSSTN
London, Essex, United Kingdom
London Stansted Airport
Direct Distance
5,933 km
3,687 Statute Miles
3,204 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
7h 29m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
534 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
49° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
7h 29m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
6h 57m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
11h 55m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇺🇸 United States→🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Allowed Stay180 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: Visa free tourism up to 6 months.
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Flight Path & Geodetic Arc Map
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Departure Airport Specs
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- City / Country: Dulles, United States
- ICAO Code: KIAD
- Coordinates: 38.9445°, -77.4558°
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Elevation: 312 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
London Stansted Airport (STN)
- City / Country: London, Essex, United Kingdom
- ICAO Code: EGSS
- Coordinates: 51.8850°, 0.2350°
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Elevation: 348 ft
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