Mountain View to Dulles (NUQ–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Mountain View to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,400 mi 4h 15m nonstop +3h ahead 15 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between NUQ and IAD, connecting options are available through 15 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NUQ to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
BNA ~5h 32m TEX ~6h 15m VNY ~6h 23m SLC ~6h 45m BZN ~6h 55m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
NUQ → IAD
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
86%
Return
IAD → NUQ
60%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
60%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dulles from Mountain View

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric NUQ→IAD SJC→IAD SFO→IAD
Distance from NUQ – 8 mi 23 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4 7
Weekly flights 0 2 66
Flight time 4h 15m 4h 38m 4h 48m
San Jose (SJC) to Dulles flights · San Francisco (SFO) to Dulles flights · Oakland (OAK) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of NUQ with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of Mountain View.
NUQ: PDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Mountain View, it's 9:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
2,400 mi / 3,862 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 15m.
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

NUQ–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Mountain View to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance2,400 mi / 3,862 km
Flight time4h 15m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: NUQ
Full nameMoffett Federal Airfield
IATA / ICAONUQ / KNUQ
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation32 ft / 10 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 NUQ to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Moffett Federal Airfield to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 4h 15m. The route covers 2,400 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, TEX, VNY, SLC, BZN, LAS, SNA, ECP, LAX, RSW, AUS, DFW, PBI, FLL and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of Mountain View.
Nearby alternatives include SJC, SFO and OAK. 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 NUQ to IAD

Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

NUQ to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NUQ to IAD ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,400 miles (3,862 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via BNA. Nearby alternative airports include San Jose (SJC), San Francisco (SFO) and Oakland (OAK).