Cleveland to Dulles (CLE–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CLE–IAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and ITA Airways lead the route. The flight covers 288 miles in approximately 0h 46m. Beyond nonstop, 141 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, AV, CM, ET, NH, SN | 46 | 73G, 7M9, B38M, CR5, E75L, E7W, ERJ | 1h16-1h26 | Star Alliance | AC, AV, CM, ET, NH, SN | |
| AZ ITA Airways | 6 | 73G | 1h19 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dulles from Cleveland
| Metric | CLE→IAD | CAK→IAD | YQG→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CLE | – | 40 mi | 82 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 131 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 46m | 0h 43m | 1h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 89% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CLE: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cleveland, 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.
CLE–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CLE to IAD
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from ITA Airways and United Airlines. With 131 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CLE to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CLE to IAD ranges from 0 hours 46 minutes to 1 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 288 miles (463 km). There are approximately 131 weekly flights outbound and 106 return, totaling 237 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
141 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CAK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Akron (CAK), Windsor (YQG) and Detroit (DTW).