Dulles to New York (IAD–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAD–JFK is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, avianca and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 228 miles in approximately 0h 42m. Beyond nonstop, 219 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, CI, LY, SK, VS, WS | 28 | CR9, E75, E75S | 1h18-1h40 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, CI, LY, SK, VS, WS | |
| AV avianca | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – | |
| CA Air China | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – | |
| TJ Tradewind Aviation | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→JFK | DCA→JFK | BWI→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 23 mi | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 27 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 108 | 370 | 1 |
| Flight time | 0h 42m | 1h 9m | 0h 36m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 6:00 PM in New York.
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).
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
IAD–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to JFK
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from avianca, Air China, Delta Air Lines and Tradewind Aviation. With 108 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAD to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to JFK ranges from 0 hours 42 minutes to 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 228 miles (366 km). There are approximately 108 weekly flights outbound and 105 return, totaling 213 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
219 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CTH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA), Baltimore (BWI) and Harrisburg (MDT).