Van Nuys to Dulles (VNY–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Van Nuys to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,281 mi 3h 52m nonstop +3h ahead 170 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between VNY and IAD, connecting options are available through 170 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VNY to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
170
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
876
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dulles from Van Nuys

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric VNY→IAD BUR→IAD LAX→IAD
Distance from VNY – 8 mi 19 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4 15
Weekly flights 1 1 135
Flight time 3h 52m 3h 41m 4h 10m
Burbank (BUR) to Dulles flights · Los Angeles (LAX) to Dulles flights · Hawthorne (HHR) to Dulles flights
Airports within 200 miles of VNY 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 Van Nuys.
VNY: PDT · IAD: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Van Nuys, it's 9:00 PM in Dulles.
Distance & Flight Time
2,281 mi / 3,671 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 52m.
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

VNY–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Van Nuys to Dulles route.
Route details
Distance2,281 mi / 3,671 km
Flight time3h 52m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 5 return
1-stop connections170 hubs
Origin: VNY
Full nameVan Nuys Airport
IATA / ICAOVNY / KVNY
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation802 ft / 244 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 VNY to IAD flights.
Nonstop flights from Van Nuys Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take approximately 3h 52m. The route covers 2,281 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from VNY to IAD. The return direction has about 5 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ICT, TCL, MCI, TUL, TUS, CMI, LEX, OXR, APA, MDW, MSL, PTK, COS, PWK, ASE, OMA, FWA, ELP, UGN, MEM, EGE, BJC, LUK, CLD, CID, SAF, GYY, PDK, IND, SCF, AHN, SBN, AGS, ADS, CVG, SDF, FTW, TTN, CMH, MKE, ISO, PIT, DAL, MRY, TEB, DAY, HOU, HSV, PSP, RDU, NUQ, VRB, NEW, TYS, JAC, SJC, MMU, PNE, ROA, SWF, SLC, AVL, HHH, STL, APC, CCR, AIK, OAK, CLE, MSP, GSO, BNA, BQK, BLM, SGR, MHR, CHS, STS, HDN, CAE, SAN, RDM, YYZ, ITH, FOK, JAX, PHL, DSI, ECP, SAV, AUS, HPN, MSY, PNS, BZN, ISM, ORD, ATL, SMF, LGA, FCA, OCF, MCO, MAF, IAH, EWR, SEA, VNC, PVD, BDR, ORL, FRG, BFI, FXE, APF, BED, GYR, SRQ, RKD, TPA, PBI, PIE, ACK, OXC, FMY, SUA, MRK, YUL, SFO, PHX, JFK, OPF, YYC, TYR, MVY, DFW, FLL, PDX, BCT, NAS, BOS, RSW, YVR, YLW, MIA, IDA, GCM, BDA, YHZ, PLS, LIR, KIN, SJO, SJU, ANU, AXA, SXM, CMA, ANC, HNL, SNN, FAB, LAS, LTN, WAW, HCR, CIA, HND, SEZ and BIV. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dulles is 3 hours ahead of Van Nuys.
Yes, return flights from IAD to VNY are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BUR, LAX and HHR. 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 VNY to IAD

Van Nuys Airport (VNY) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

VNY to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VNY to IAD ranges from 3 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,281 miles (3,671 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

170 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ICT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Burbank (BUR), Los Angeles (LAX) and Hawthorne (HHR).