Miami to Dulles (MIA–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MIA–IAD is served by 8 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Frontier and TWY lead the route. The flight covers 923 miles in approximately 2h 43m. Beyond nonstop, 283 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: CM | 12 | 739, 7M9 | 2h43-2h50 | Star Alliance | CM | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 4 | – | – | – | Y4 | |
| TWY TWY | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| GXA GXA | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| WL World Atlantic Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| ZT Titan Airways | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dulles from Miami
| Metric | MIA→IAD | OPF→IAD | FLL→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MIA | – | 8 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 8 | 20 | 18 |
| Weekly flights | 19 | 2 | 63 |
| Flight time | 2h 43m | 2h 17m | 2h 3m |
| Departure OTP | 88% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MIA: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Miami, it's 6:00 PM in Dulles.
Metrorail Orange Line runs from downtown Miami to the MIA station (15 min from Government Center, $2.25). The MIA Mover people mover connects Metrorail to the terminal; free. Tri-Rail commuter rail serves the airport from Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach ($3.75–6.90).Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Miami Beach, $10–20 from downtown.
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.
MIA–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MIA to IAD
Miami International Airport (MIA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier, GXA, TWY, United Airlines, World Atlantic Airlines and Titan Airways. With 19 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MIA to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MIA to IAD ranges from 2 hours 43 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 923 miles (1,486 km). There are approximately 19 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 53 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
283 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via VRB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and West Palm Beach (PBI).