Kansas City to Dulles (MCI–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MCI–IAD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, avianca and Copa Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 924 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 71 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 14 | E75L, E7W | 2h30-2h31 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AV avianca | 7 | E7W | 2h30 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 7 | E75L | 2h30 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Kansas City
| Metric | MCI→IAD | OMA→IAD | LNK→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCI | – | 152 mi | 152 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 3 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 1h 58m | 1h 13m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCI: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kansas City, 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.
MCI–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCI to IAD
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from avianca, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCI to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCI to IAD ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 924 miles (1,487 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
71 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BWI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Omaha (OMA), Lincoln (LNK) and Salina (SLN).