Houston to Dulles (DWH–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,196 mi 2h 23m nonstop +1h ahead 17 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DWH and IAD, connecting options are available through 17 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DWH to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
HOU ~4h 9m DAL ~4h 23m BNA ~4h 29m BWI ~4h 46m ATL ~5h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
43
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
DWH → IAD
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
68%
Return
IAD → DWH
61%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
61%
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 Houston

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric DWH→IAD IAH→IAD HOU→IAD
Distance from DWH – 14 mi 33 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 6
Weekly flights 0 59 1
Flight time 2h 23m 2h 19m 2h 24m
Houston (IAH) to Dulles flights · Houston (HOU) to Dulles flights · Austin (AUS) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of DWH with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Dulles is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
DWH: CDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
1,196 mi / 1,925 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 23m.
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

DWH–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance1,196 mi / 1,925 km
Flight time2h 23m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: DWH
Full nameDavid Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport
IATA / ICAODWH / KDWH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Elevation152 ft / 46 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 DWH to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 2h 23m. The route covers 1,196 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HOU, DAL, BNA, BWI, ATL, CMH, PBI, TPA, MIA, DFW, BOS, GCM, SLC, LAS, SNA, SAN and PSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
Yes, return flights from IAD to DWH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include IAH, HOU and AUS. 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 DWH to IAD

David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DWH to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DWH to IAD ranges from 2 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,196 miles (1,925 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via HOU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH), Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).