Dulles to Alexandria (IAD–AEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dulles to Alexandria
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,000 mi 2h 27m nonstop -1h behind 19 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAD and AEX, connecting options are available through 19 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAD to AEX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
SGF ~3h 53m BWI ~4h 16m RIC ~4h 58m JAX ~5h 13m OMA ~5h 15m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
219
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
IAD → AEX
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
100%
Return
AEX → IAD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
86%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays → AEX delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Alexandria from Dulles

Nearby airports with service to Alexandria International Airport.
Metric IAD→AEX BWI→AEX RIC→AEX
Distance from IAD – 45 mi 100 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 1 1 1
Flight time 2h 27m 2h 19m 2h 23m
Departure OTP 50% – –
Baltimore (BWI) to Alexandria flights · Richmond (RIC) to Alexandria flights
Airports within 200 miles of IAD with service to Alexandria International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Alexandria is 1 hour behind Dulles.
IAD: EDT · AEX: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 5:00 PM in Alexandria.
Distance & Flight Time
1,000 mi / 1,609 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 27m.
Getting to IAD

WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).

Facts

IAD–AEX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dulles to Alexandria route.
Route details
Distance1,000 mi / 1,609 km
Flight time2h 27m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: IAD
Full nameWashington Dulles International Airport
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m
Destination: AEX
Full nameAlexandria International Airport
IATA / ICAOAEX / KAEX
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation89 ft / 27 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAD to AEX flights.
Nonstop flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Alexandria International Airport take approximately 2h 27m. The route covers 1,000 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from IAD to AEX.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SGF, BWI, RIC, JAX, OMA, BNA, IND, EWR, BUF, PBI, MIA, ELP, GUA, SAL, BOG, ATL, DFW, TPA and DAL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Alexandria is 1 hour behind Dulles.
Nearby alternatives include BWI and RIC. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 IAD to AEX

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Alexandria International Airport (AEX) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAD to AEX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAD to AEX ranges from 2 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,000 miles (1,609 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SGF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baltimore (BWI) and Richmond (RIC).