Santa Fe to Dulles (SAF–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Santa Fe to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,584 mi 3h 19m nonstop +2h ahead 26 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SAF and IAD, connecting options are available through 26 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SAF to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
26
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
BNA ~4h 23m OMA ~4h 40m STL ~4h 49m OKC ~4h 57m MDW ~4h 58m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
460
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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
SAF → IAD
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
73%
Return
IAD → SAF
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
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 Santa Fe

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric SAF→IAD ABQ→IAD TEX→IAD
Distance from SAF – 49 mi 190 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 3
Weekly flights 1 14 1
Flight time 3h 19m 3h 35m 3h 3m
Albuquerque (ABQ) to Dulles flights · Telluride (TEX) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of SAF with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Dulles is 2 hours ahead of Santa Fe.
SAF: MDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Santa Fe, it's 8:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
1,584 mi / 2,550 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 19m.
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

SAF–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Santa Fe to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance1,584 mi / 2,550 km
Flight time3h 19m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections26 hubs
Origin: SAF
Full nameSanta Fe Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAOSAF / KSAF
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation6,348 ft / 1,935 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 SAF to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Santa Fe Municipal Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 3h 19m. The route covers 1,584 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from SAF to IAD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, OMA, STL, OKC, MDW, DAL, BHM, HOU, CLT, IAH, SCF, BOS, AUS, LAS, MIA, VNY, SNA, SJC, PSP, OAK, SFO, LAX, DEN, PHX, ORD and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 2 hours ahead of Santa Fe.
Nearby alternatives include ABQ and TEX. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 SAF to IAD

Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SAF to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SAF to IAD ranges from 3 hours 19 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,584 miles (2,550 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Albuquerque (ABQ) and Telluride (TEX).