Carlsbad to Dulles (CLD–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Carlsbad to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,243 mi 4h 10m nonstop +3h ahead 16 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CLD and IAD, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CLD to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
BNA ~6h 3m DAL ~6h 26m BZN ~6h 49m MSY ~7h 3m SLC ~7h 7m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
405
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
CLD → IAD
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
73%
Return
IAD → CLD
55%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
55%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dulles from Carlsbad

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric CLD→IAD SAN→IAD SNA→IAD
Distance from CLD – 28 mi 51 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 4
Weekly flights 1 29 3
Flight time 4h 10m 4h 15m 4h 24m
San Diego (SAN) to Dulles flights · Santa Ana (SNA) to Dulles flights · Palm Springs (PSP) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of CLD with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of Carlsbad.
CLD: PDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Carlsbad, it's 9:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
2,243 mi / 3,610 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 10m.
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

CLD–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Carlsbad to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance2,243 mi / 3,610 km
Flight time4h 10m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: CLD
Full nameMcClellan-Palomar Airport
IATA / ICAOCLD / KCRQ
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation331 ft / 101 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 CLD to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from McClellan-Palomar Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 4h 10m. The route covers 2,243 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from CLD to IAD. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, DAL, BZN, MSY, SLC, SJC, LAX, IAH, OAK, MIA, GDL, SFO, LAS, HND, PHX and DEN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of Carlsbad.
Yes, return flights from IAD to CLD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SAN, SNA and PSP. 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 CLD to IAD

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CLD to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CLD to IAD ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,243 miles (3,610 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Diego (SAN), Santa Ana (SNA) and Palm Springs (PSP).