Dulles to Dallas (IAD–DAL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dulles to Dallas
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 1,162 mi 2h 31m nonstop -2h behind 136 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAD and DAL, connecting options are available through 136 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAD to DAL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
136
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~51h
Longest
TUL ~4h 19m ECP ~4h 40m MEM ~4h 48m BHM ~4h 50m PNS ~4h 52m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,297
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 → DAL
61%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
61%
Arriving
70%
Return
DAL → IAD
60%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
60%
Arriving
68%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays → DAL delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dallas from Dulles

Nearby airports with service to Dallas Love Field.
Metric IAD→DAL DCA→DAL BWI→DAL
Distance from IAD – 23 mi 45 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 2 64 66
Flight time 2h 31m 3h 15m 3h 15m
Departure OTP 61% – –
Washington (DCA) to Dallas flights · Baltimore (BWI) to Dallas flights · Richmond (RIC) to Dallas flights
Airports within 200 miles of IAD with service to Dallas Love Field.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Dallas is 2 hours behind Dulles.
IAD: EDT · DAL: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 4:00 PM in Dallas.
Distance & Flight Time
1,162 mi / 1,869 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 31m to 3h 58m.
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–DAL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dulles to Dallas route.
Route details
Distance1,162 mi / 1,869 km
Flight time2h 31m to 3h 58m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out / 4 return
1-stop connections136 hubs
Origin: IAD
Full nameWashington Dulles International Airport
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m
Destination: DAL
Full nameDallas Love Field
IATA / ICAODAL / KDAL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr17.3M
Elevation487 ft / 148 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAD to DAL flights.
Nonstop flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Dallas Love Field take approximately 2h 31m to 3h 58m. The route covers 1,162 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from IAD to DAL. The return direction has about 4 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TUL, ECP, MEM, BHM, PNS, LIT, BWI, LEX, MGM, HOU, SBN, SUS, MDW, FTW, MKE, PWK, CGF, CXO, AFW, DCA, NEW, PDK, PIA, OMA, LUK, ICT, SGR, DWH, YNG, SSI, CVG, RST, SFB, PIE, HHH, TEB, ORL, EWR, MTH, AGS, RIC, VRB, ISM, TTN, ROC, IAH, YYZ, COS, BED, SYR, SUA, BDL, OPF, BCT, FMY, FXE, UST, JFK, MKC, PGD, APA, ASE, NAS, TEX, APF, EGE, RIL, EIS, SCF, PLS, BZN, JAC, BUR, CLD, SNA, VNY, YYC, MCC, SJC, MRY, TYS, PSP, BFI, STS, MSP, SJO, SXM, PHL, BGI, PBI, ORD, BOS, STL, SAT, CMH, AUS, OKC, ATL, LTN, BNA, TPA, MSY, SLC, IND, SRQ, MIA, FLL, DEN, RDU, ORF, LGA, SAV, CLT, MCI, CHS, SMF, MCO, ELP, SDF, LAS, PIT, LAX, JAX, ABQ, PHX, OAK, RSW, SAN, PDX, SFO, SEA, HDN, JWN, HCR, CMA and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dallas is 2 hours behind Dulles.
Yes, return flights from DAL to IAD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DCA, 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 DAL

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Dallas Love Field (DAL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAD to DAL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAD to DAL ranges from 2 hours 31 minutes to 3 hours 58 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,162 miles (1,869 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

136 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA), Baltimore (BWI) and Richmond (RIC).