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Distance from Miami to Washington D.C.

1,491 km (927 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

1,491 km

Kilometers

927 miles

Miles

~2h 15m

Est. Flight

0h

Time Difference

Miami

USA
Area: 143 km²
Population: 0.44M
Timezone: UTC-5
Elevation: 2m

Washington D.C.

USA
Area: 177 km²
Population: 0.69M
Timezone: UTC-5
Elevation: 22m

The distance between Miami and Washington D.C. is roughly equivalent to 4 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Miami is known for South Beach and Art Deco Historic District, while Washington D.C. is famous for The White House and Lincoln Memorial.

In terms of city area, Washington D.C. is 1.2x larger than Miami. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Miami from Washington D.C.?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Miami to Washington D.C. is 1,491 km (927 miles).

How long is the flight from Miami to Washington D.C.?

A direct flight would take approximately 2h 15m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Miami bigger than Washington D.C.?

Washington D.C. is larger at 177 km², compared to 143 km².

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