Philadelphia to Dulles (PHL–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PHL–IAD is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa lead the route. The flight covers 134 miles in approximately 1h 9m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, AV, CM, ET, NH, SN | 45 | CR5, CR7, E75L, E7W | 1h07-1h25 | Star Alliance | AC, AV, CM, ET, NH, SN | |
| BA British Airways | 1 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| LH Lufthansa | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| TJ Tradewind Aviation | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→IAD | ILG→IAD | TTN→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 24 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 5 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 101 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 9m | – | 0h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 74% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 6:00 PM in Dulles.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
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.
PHL–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to IAD
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, American Airlines and Tradewind Aviation. With 101 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHL to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to IAD is about 1 hours 9 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 134 miles (216 km). There are approximately 101 weekly flights outbound and 102 return, totaling 203 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Harrisburg, State College Regional and Richmond. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wilmington (ILG), Ewing Township (TTN) and Atlantic City (ACY).