Gulf Shores to Dulles (GUF–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Gulf Shores to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 833 mi 3h 32m nonstop 6 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between GUF and IAD, connecting options are available through 6 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GUF to IAD.
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One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
218
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
GUF → IAD
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
73%
Return
IAD → GUF
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
73%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays →

Other ways to reach Dulles from Gulf Shores

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric GUF→IAD PNS→IAD MOB→IAD
Distance from GUF 32 mi 44 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 1 1 14
Flight time 3h 32m 3h 4m 2h 23m
Airports within 200 miles of GUF with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Dulles is 0 hours the same as Gulf Shores.
GUF: EDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Gulf Shores, it's 6:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
833 mi / 1,340 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 32m.
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.

GUF–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Gulf Shores to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance833 mi / 1,340 km
Flight time3h 32m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: GUF
IATA / ICAOGUF / KJKA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
Destination: IAD
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GUF to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Jack Edwards National Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 3h 32m. The route covers 833 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from GUF to IAD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DSM, MCI, ATW, IAH, CVG and BNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include PNS, MOB and GPT. 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 GUF to IAD

Jack Edwards National Airport (GUF) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

GUF to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GUF to IAD ranges from 3 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 833 miles (1,340 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via DSM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pensacola (PNS), Mobile (MOB) and Gulfport (GPT).