Dulles to Chicago/Waukegan (IAD–UGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dulles to Chicago/Waukegan
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 596 mi 1h 30m nonstop -1h behind 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAD and UGN, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAD to UGN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~11h
Longest
CLT ~4h 51m SAT ~7h 0m PVR ~9h 46m SFO ~11h 41m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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 → UGN
54%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
54%
Return
UGN → IAD
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago/Waukegan is 1 hour behind Dulles.
IAD: EDT · UGN: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago/Waukegan.
Distance & Flight Time
596 mi / 958 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 30m.
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–UGN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dulles to Chicago/Waukegan route.
Route details
Distance596 mi / 958 km
Flight time1h 30m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: IAD
Full nameWashington Dulles International Airport
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m
Destination: UGN
Full nameWaukegan National Airport
IATA / ICAOUGN / KUGN
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation727 ft / 222 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAD to UGN flights.
Nonstop flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Waukegan National Airport take approximately 1h 30m. The route covers 596 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from IAD to UGN. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CLT, SAT, PVR and SFO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago/Waukegan is 1 hour behind Dulles.
Yes, return flights from UGN to IAD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 UGN

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Waukegan National Airport (UGN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAD to UGN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAD to UGN ranges from 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 596 miles (958 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CLT.