Charlotte to Dulles (CLT–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CLT–IAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 321 miles in approximately 1h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 253 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AT, QR | 57 | 319, 320, CR7, CR9 | 1h21-1h36 | Oneworld | AT, QR | |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, AV, CM, ET, NH, SN | 57 | 73G, CR5, E75L, E7W | 1h27-1h39 | Star Alliance | AC, AV, CM, ET, NH, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dulles from Charlotte
| Metric | CLT→IAD | USA→IAD | GSP→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CLT | – | 18 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 211 | 1 | 60 |
| Flight time | 1h 21m | 0h 52m | 1h 33m |
| Departure OTP | 77% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CLT: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte, it's 6:00 PM in Dulles.
There is no rail link to CLT. CATS Route 5 bus runs from Charlotte Transportation Center to the airport in 45 minutes ($2.20). The airport is 7 miles from Uptown Charlotte.Ride-shares from Uptown cost $18–30 and take 15–25 minutes. Taxis are available but less common than ride-share in Charlotte. I-85 and Billy Graham Parkway are the primary expressway routes; allow extra time during afternoon rush (4–6:30pm).
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.
CLT–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CLT to IAD
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 211 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CLT to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CLT to IAD ranges from 1 hours 21 minutes to 1 hours 39 minutes. The route covers a distance of 321 miles (517 km). There are approximately 211 weekly flights outbound and 179 return, totaling 390 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
253 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via SOP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Concord (USA), Greenville/Greer/Spartanburg (GSP) and Greensboro (GSO).