Dulles to Providenciales (IAD–PLS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAD–PLS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,226 miles in approximately 3h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 6 | 7M9 | 3h26 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Providenciales from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→PLS | BWI→PLS |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 1 |
| Flight time | 3h 26m | 3h 30m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · PLS: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 6:00 PM in Providenciales.
US passport holders enter the Turks and Caicos Islands visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Turks and Caicos is a British Overseas Territory. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required. Complete the online TCI Assured Portal health declaration before arrival. At Providenciales International Airport (PLS), immigration stamps your passport.
The archipelago has 40 islands and cays, 8 of which are inhabited. Providenciales (Provo) is the tourism and population center, with Grace Bay Beach consistently ranked among the world's best beaches. Grand Turk, the capital island, has the Turks and Caicos National Museum and is a cruise ship port. The islands sit on the third-largest barrier reef system in the world. Scuba diving and snorkeling at the wall drop-offs are the signature activities.
Direct flights from Miami (MIA) to Providenciales run about 1 hour 45 minutes on American Airlines. New York JFK to PLS runs about 3 hours 30 minutes on JetBlue and Delta. Atlanta, Charlotte, Fort Lauderdale, Boston, and Philadelphia also have nonstop service. Turks and Caicos uses the US dollar as its official currency, so no exchange is needed. Card payments work at resorts, restaurants, and shops. ATMs are available in Provo and Grand Turk. There is no public bus service. Taxis from PLS airport to Grace Bay cost $28 to $35 (fixed rates). Car rental starts at $50 per day. Driving is on the left (British style). Inter-island flights on interCaribbean and Caicos Express connect Provo to Grand Turk (25 minutes), South Caicos, and Salt Cay.
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).
IAD–PLS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to PLS
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Providenciales International Airport (PLS) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAD to PLS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to PLS is about 3 hours 26 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,226 miles (1,972 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Orlando, Charlotte Douglas and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baltimore (BWI).