Dallas-Fort Worth to Dulles (DFW–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DFW–IAD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,170 miles in approximately 2h 19m. Beyond nonstop, 225 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, AT, CX, G3, QF, QR | 35 | 738, 7M8 | 2h57-3h04 | Oneworld | AS, AT, CX, G3, QF, QR | |
| UA United Airlines Also: SN | 22 | 319, 738, 739, E75L | 3h-3h12 | Star Alliance | SN | |
| F9 Frontier | 7 | 321 | 2h30 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dulles from Dallas-Fort Worth
| Metric | DFW→IAD | DAL→IAD | FTW→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DFW | – | 12 mi | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 12 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 114 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 19m | 2h 44m | 2h 29m |
| Departure OTP | 79% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DFW: CDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 7:00 PM in Dulles.
DART Orange Line runs from downtown Dallas to Terminal A (50 min, $3). TEXRail serves Terminal B from Fort Worth ($2.50). No direct rail connects both cities to DFW; choose based on your origin. Ride-shares cost $25–45 from either city center.DFW's five terminals span 17,000 acres. The free Skylink people mover connects all terminals airside.
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.
DFW–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DFW to IAD
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines. With 114 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DFW to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DFW to IAD ranges from 2 hours 19 minutes to 3 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,170 miles (1,882 km). There are approximately 114 weekly flights outbound and 139 return, totaling 253 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
225 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via ADS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas (DAL), Fort Worth (FTW) and Waco (ACT).