Charlottesville to Dulles (CHO–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CHO–IAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Copa Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 77 miles in approximately 0h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 27 | E145, ERJ | 0h54-0h56 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CM Copa Airlines | 7 | E145 | 0h56 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Charlottesville
| Metric | CHO→IAD | SHD→IAD | LYH→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CHO | – | 26 mi | 69 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 1 | 7 |
| Flight time | 0h 54m | 0h 20m | 1h 9m |
Travel Essentials
CHO: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Charlottesville, it's 6:00 PM in Dulles.
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.
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.
CHO–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CHO to IAD
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from Copa Airlines and United Airlines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CHO to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CHO to IAD ranges from 0 hours 54 minutes to 0 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 77 miles (125 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 70 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CMH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Weyers Cave (SHD), Lynchburg (LYH) and Richmond (RIC).