Fort Myers to Dulles (RSW–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RSW–IAD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 893 miles in approximately 2h 7m. Beyond nonstop, 103 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 14 | 739, 7M9 | 2h15-2h34 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Fort Myers
| Metric | RSW→IAD | PGD→IAD | SRQ→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RSW | – | 30 mi | 77 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 15 | 8 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 7m | 2h 6m | 2h 23m |
| Departure OTP | 41% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
RSW: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Myers, 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.
RSW–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RSW to IAD
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
RSW to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RSW to IAD ranges from 2 hours 7 minutes to 2 hours 34 minutes. The route covers a distance of 893 miles (1,437 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 23 return, totaling 38 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
103 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via UST. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Punta Gorda (PGD), Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) and Miami (OPF).