Distance from Phoenix to Washington by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Washington (DC) is 1979 miles or 3185 kilometers or 1719 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Washington is 2263 miles (3643 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 284 miles or 458 km.

Phoenix to Washington Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and Washington, DC
This map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to Washington, DC, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to Washington, District of Columbia is displayed below.

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Washington, DC

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Washington, District of Columbia is 2263 miles or 3643 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Washington, DC is 2263 miles or 3643 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Washington, District of Columbia.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Washington, District of Columbia is approximately 2263 miles (3643 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 41 to 42 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Washington, DC

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Washington, DC?
The total driving time is 41 hours, 17 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Washington take?
Phoenix and Washington are 41 hours 17 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Phoenix and Washington

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Washington (DC) is 2 Hours.
Washington time is 2 Hours ahead of Phoenix.

Current local time in Phoenix	Current local time in Washington
2025-12-19, 01:52:19 MST	2025-12-19, 03:52:19 EST

How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Washington District of Columbia, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and Washington, DC in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2263 mi	3643 km	1965.19 nmi
Straight line distance	1979 mi	3185 km	1719 nmi
Difference	284 mi	458 km	246 nmi

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