Washington (DCA) to Frankfurt (FRA)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 4,058 | 6,493 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 4,058 | 6,493 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 4,058 | 6,087 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 4,058 | 6,087 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 4,058 | 8,116 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 4,058 | 6,087 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flights between Washington and Frankfurt follow a "great circle" route that curves over the Earth's surface - this is actually shorter than flying in a straight line on a flat map!
✈️ Flight Details
The DCA to FRA route connects Washington, United States with Frankfurt, Germany. This long-haul flight covers 4,058 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from United States to Germany. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NE bearing of 49° from Washington. There is a 6 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) serves Washington, United States.
🛬 About FRA
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) serves Frankfurt, Germany.