Dulles to Dallas-Fort Worth (IAD–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAD–DFW is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,170 miles in approximately 3h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 166 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 21 | 738, 7M8 | 3h31-4h24 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 20 | 319, 739, 73G | 3h46-4h27 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 14 | 738, B38M | 3h31-3h47 | Oneworld | – | |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 14 | 738 | 3h31-3h41 | Oneworld | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 10 | 32N, A21N | 3h38-3h43 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→DFW | DCA→DFW | BWI→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 23 mi | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 79 | 151 | 56 |
| Flight time | 3h 31m | 3h 33m | 3h 33m |
| Departure OTP | 61% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 4:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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).
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
IAD–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to DFW
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Frontier and United Airlines. With 79 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAD to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to DFW ranges from 3 hours 31 minutes to 4 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,170 miles (1,882 km). There are approximately 79 weekly flights outbound and 83 return, totaling 162 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
166 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA), Baltimore (BWI) and Harrisburg (MDT).