Allentown/Bethlehem to Dulles (ABE–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Allentown/Bethlehem to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 159 mi 0h 40m nonstop 32 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ABE and IAD, connecting options are available through 32 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ABE to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
ITH ~3h 55m LUK ~4h 2m GMU ~4h 10m CMH ~4h 14m MYR ~4h 23m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
733
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ABE → IAD
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
67%
Arriving
85%
Return
IAD → ABE
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
53%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ABE delays → IAD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dulles from Allentown/Bethlehem

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric ABE→IAD AVP→IAD PHL→IAD
Distance from ABE – 50 mi 55 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 9
Weekly flights 1 20 75
Flight time 0h 40m 1h 17m 0h 23m
Departure OTP 67% – –
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP) to Dulles flights · Philadelphia (PHL) to Dulles flights · Lancaster (LNS) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of ABE with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Dulles is 0 hours the same as Allentown/Bethlehem.
ABE: EDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Allentown/Bethlehem, it's 6:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
159 mi / 256 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 40m.
Getting from IAD

Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.

Dulles Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.

Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ABE–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Allentown/Bethlehem to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance159 mi / 256 km
Flight time0h 40m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections32 hubs
Origin: ABE
Full nameLehigh Valley International Airport
IATA / ICAOABE / KABE
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr0.9M
Elevation393 ft / 120 m
Destination: IAD
Full nameWashington Dulles International Airport
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ABE to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Lehigh Valley International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 0h 40m. The route covers 159 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ABE to IAD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ITH, LUK, GMU, CMH, MYR, DTW, CVG, CHS, FWA, MCI, MEM, MLB, STL, SFB, AFW, JAX, DAL, MIA, JFK, PUJ, SLC, PGD, LAS, MCO, PHL, CLT, ORD, ATL, PIE, RSW, FLL and SRQ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include AVP, PHL and LNS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ABE to IAD

Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ABE to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ABE to IAD ranges from 0 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 159 miles (256 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via ITH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP), Philadelphia (PHL) and Lancaster (LNS).