Lynchburg to Dulles (LYH–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LYH–IAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 147 miles in approximately 0h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 7 | CRJ | 0h57 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dulles from Lynchburg
| Metric | LYH→IAD | ROA→IAD | SHD→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LYH | – | 43 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 43 | – |
| Flight time | 0h 57m | 1h 15m | 0h 29m |
Travel Essentials
LYH: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lynchburg, 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.
LYH–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LYH to IAD
Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field (LYH) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LYH to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LYH to IAD ranges from 0 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 147 miles (236 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via SVH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Roanoke (ROA), Weyers Cave (SHD) and Charlottesville (CHO).