Muscle Shoals to Dulles (MSL–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Muscle Shoals to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
632 mi 2h 18m nonstop +1h ahead 10 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MSL and IAD, connecting options are available through 10 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSL to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
102
Candidates
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dulles from Muscle Shoals

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric MSL→IAD HSV→IAD TUP→IAD
Distance from MSL – 48 mi 74 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 1
Weekly flights 0 21 –
Flight time 2h 18m 2h 1m 1h 57m
Huntsville (HSV) to Dulles flights · Tupelo (TUP) to Dulles flights · Birmingham (BHM) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of MSL with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Dulles is 1 hour ahead of Muscle Shoals.
MSL: CDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Muscle Shoals, it's 7:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
632 mi / 1,016 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 18m.
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

MSL–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Muscle Shoals to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance632 mi / 1,016 km
Flight time2h 18m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: MSL
Full nameNorthwest Alabama Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOMSL / KMSL
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation551 ft / 168 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 MSL to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Northwest Alabama Regional Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 2h 18m. The route covers 632 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAY, TUL, CHS, MCO, ATL, MCI, DSM, LAS, SNA and CLT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 1 hour ahead of Muscle Shoals.
Yes, return flights from IAD to MSL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include HSV, TUP and BHM. 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 MSL to IAD

Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MSL to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSL to IAD ranges from 2 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 632 miles (1,016 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DAY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Huntsville (HSV), Tupelo (TUP) and Birmingham (BHM).