Wilmington to Dulles (ILM–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Wilmington to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 324 mi 0h 54m nonstop 38 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ILM and IAD, connecting options are available through 38 hubs.

Also explore ILM Routes IAD Routes ILM Live Flights IAD Live Flights ILM Delays IAD Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ILM to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
38
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
INT ~2h 58m BWI ~3h 16m MDT ~3h 38m BNA ~3h 48m CAK ~3h 52m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,449
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
ILM → IAD
20%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
20%
Arriving
68%
Return
IAD → ILM
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
Arriving
58%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ILM delays → IAD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dulles from Wilmington

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric ILM→IAD MYR→IAD FLO→IAD
Distance from ILM – 72 mi 104 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 1
Weekly flights 1 1 –
Flight time 0h 54m 1h 8m 0h 52m
Departure OTP 20% – –
Myrtle Beach (MYR) to Dulles flights · Florence (FLO) to Dulles flights · Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of ILM with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Dulles is 0 hours the same as Wilmington.
ILM: EDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Wilmington, it's 6:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
324 mi / 521 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 54m.
Getting from IAD

Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.

Dulles Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.

Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ILM–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Wilmington to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance324 mi / 521 km
Flight time0h 54m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections38 hubs
Origin: ILM
Full nameWilmington International Airport
IATA / ICAOILM / KILM
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr1.5M
Elevation32 ft / 10 m
Destination: IAD
Full nameWashington Dulles International Airport
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ILM to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Wilmington International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 0h 54m. The route covers 324 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ILM to IAD. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through INT, BWI, MDT, BNA, CAK, PIT, SAV, ISP, TEB, PTK, DTW, STL, ORL, BCT, PWM, SRQ, FMY, HOU, MSP, SXM, DEN, SJO, ORD, ATL, BDL, PVD, EWR, SNN, DFW, CLT, PHL, LGA, BOS, MIA, TPA, FLL, RSW and MCO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from IAD to ILM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MYR, FLO and RDU. 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 ILM to IAD

Wilmington International Airport (ILM) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ILM to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ILM to IAD ranges from 0 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 324 miles (521 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via INT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Myrtle Beach (MYR), Florence (FLO) and Raleigh/Durham (RDU).