New York to Dulles (LGA–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LGA–IAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 228 miles in approximately 1h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AV, NH | 56 | E75L, E7W | 1h23-1h44 | Star Alliance | AV, NH | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from New York
| Metric | LGA→IAD | JFK→IAD | TEB→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGA | – | 11 mi | 11 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 20 | 51 |
| Weekly flights | 77 | 86 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 26m | 1h 28m | 0h 46m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LGA: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 6:00 PM in Dulles.
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.
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.
LGA–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGA to IAD
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 77 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LGA to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGA to IAD is about 1 hours 26 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 228 miles (367 km). There are approximately 77 weekly flights outbound and 71 return, totaling 148 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Richmond, Pittsburgh and Norfolk. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK), Teterboro (TEB) and Newark (EWR).