Decatur to Dulles (DEC–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between DEC and IAD, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dulles from Decatur
| Metric | DEC→IAD | CMI→IAD | SPI→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DEC | – | 34 mi | 43 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 26m | 1h 22m | 2h 11m |
Travel Essentials
DEC: CDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Decatur, it's 7:00 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.
DEC–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEC to IAD
Decatur Airport (DEC) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
DEC to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEC to IAD ranges from 1 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 612 miles (985 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Savoy (CMI), Springfield (SPI) and Peoria (PIA).