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

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Allentown/Bethlehem to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
159 mi 0h 40m nonstop 54 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ABE and IAD, connecting options are available through 54 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
54
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
900
Candidates
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dulles from Allentown/Bethlehem

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric ABE→IAD TTN→IAD AVP→IAD
Distance from ABE – 42 mi 50 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 2
Weekly flights 0 1 21
Flight time 0h 40m 0h 46m 1h 14m
Departure OTP 100% – –
Ewing Township (TTN) to Dulles flights · Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP) to Dulles flights · Philadelphia (PHL) 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
1-stop connections54 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.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PNE, LGA, BED, SYR, USA, CLE, ITH, BOS, LUK, BNA, CMH, GMU, DTW, JFK, MHT, CVG, MDW, PWK, CHS, SDF, MKE, FWA, MEM, BHM, MCI, SFB, STL, JAX, MLB, PIE, PBI, DAL, NAS, MIA, AFW, MSY, AUS, DFW, PUJ, SLC, LIR, LAS, SFO, ORD, PHL, CLT, ATL, PGD, SRQ, RSW, MYR, DEN, FLL and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from IAD to ABE are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TTN, AVP and PHL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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

54 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via PNE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ewing Township (TTN), Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP) and Philadelphia (PHL).