El Paso to Dulles (ELP–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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El Paso to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+3h ahead 35 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ELP and IAD, connecting options are available through 35 hubs.

Also explore ELP Routes IAD Routes ELP Live Flights IAD Live Flights ELP Delays IAD Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ELP to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
FTW ~4h 22m DAL ~4h 28m MAF ~4h 50m ICT ~4h 55m TEX ~5h 48m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,140
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
ELP → IAD
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
80%
Return
IAD → ELP
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
Arriving
63%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ELP delays → IAD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of El Paso.
ELP: MST · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in El Paso, it's 9:00 PM in Dulles.
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

ELP–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the El Paso to Dulles route.
Route details
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: ELP
Full nameEl Paso International Airport
IATA / ICAOELP / KELP
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Passengers/yr4.1M
Elevation3,959 ft / 1,207 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 ELP to IAD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FTW, DAL, MAF, ICT, TEX, CVG, ABQ, CLT, HOU, JAX, CHS, MSP, BHM, EGE, PBI, FLL, CMH, PDX, OAK, SCF, BOI, GYR, SAN, PSP, ORD, IAH, LAX, ATL, SAT, DEN, SEA, LAS, AUS, PHX and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of El Paso.
Yes, return flights from IAD to ELP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.