Scottsdale to Dulles (SCF–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Scottsdale to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,942 mi 3h 47m nonstop +3h ahead 57 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SCF and IAD, connecting options are available through 57 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SCF to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
57
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
BNA ~4h 48m MCI ~5h 5m STL ~5h 9m COS ~5h 26m DAL ~5h 38m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
787
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
SCF → IAD
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
67%
Return
IAD → SCF
48%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
48%
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 Scottsdale

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric SCF→IAD PHX→IAD PRC→IAD
Distance from SCF – 14 mi 77 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4 1
Weekly flights 1 44 –
Flight time 3h 47m 3h 27m 3h 31m
Phoenix (PHX) to Dulles flights · Prescott (PRC) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of SCF 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 Scottsdale.
SCF: MST · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Scottsdale, it's 9:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
1,942 mi / 3,125 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 47m.
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

SCF–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Scottsdale to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance1,942 mi / 3,125 km
Flight time3h 47m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections57 hubs
Origin: SCF
Full nameScottsdale Airport
IATA / ICAOSCF / KSDL
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Elevation1,510 ft / 460 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 SCF to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Scottsdale Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 3h 47m. The route covers 1,942 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from SCF to IAD. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BNA, MCI, STL, COS, DAL, MDW, OMA, CMH, MSY, APA, LCH, IND, HOU, MTJ, MKE, ATW, NEW, SPI, CLT, PNS, SFB, IAH, VNY, JAX, CHS, PHL, SLC, MSP, DEN, BZN, ORD, PIE, TPA, SAN, GYR, SRQ, PSP, SNA, ALB, BOI, MCO, PBI, OAK, AUS, BUR, DFW, SJC, LAX, PDX, MIA, YYC, BFI, SFO, LAS, GVA, ABQ and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of Scottsdale.
Yes, return flights from IAD to SCF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include PHX and PRC. 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 SCF to IAD

Scottsdale Airport (SCF) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SCF to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SCF to IAD ranges from 3 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,942 miles (3,125 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

57 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 Phoenix (PHX) and Prescott (PRC).