Direct flights from Washington Dulles to Washington
9 nonstop flights a week on 4 airlines. Zero layovers — one hop from IAD to DCA.
Flight time: about 12m nonstop
Flying back? Washington Reagan National → Washington · 1 nonstop flight a week
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Washington Dulles local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| American AAL514 | 6:08a | 34m | Thu |
| United UAL3915 | 6:15a | 5m | Sat |
| American AAL491 | 9:07a | 35m | Tue |
| United UAL3916 | 9:15a | 5m | Sat |
| United UAL3918 | 7:00p | 7m | Wed |
| American AAL2030 | 9:45p | 12m | Fri |
| Alaska ASA14 | 10:11p | 4m | Fri |
| Delta DAL2030 | 10:45p | 15m | Fri |
| American AAL3231 | 10:47p | 25m | Fri |
Which airline to fly from Washington Dulles to Washington?
4 airlines fly this nonstop. Here is how they differ — not on price, which changes daily, but on what you get and when you fly.
| Compare | 
American
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Alaska | 
Delta
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United
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flights a week | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Days | Tue, Thu, Fri | Fri | Fri | Wed, Sat |
| Departures | 6:08a – 10:47p | 10:11p | 10:45p | 6:15a – 7:00p |
| Flight time | 30m | 4m | 15m | 5m |
| Fare model | Full service | Full service | Full service | Full service |
| Loyalty program | AAdvantage | Atmos Rewards | SkyMiles | MileagePlus |
| Alliance | oneworld | oneworld | SkyTeam | Star Alliance |
| Cabins | Basic Economy · Main Cabin · Main Cabin Extra · Premium Economy · Business / First | Saver · Main · Premium Class · First | Main Basic · Main · Comfort · Premium Select · First · Delta One | Basic Economy · Economy · Economy Plus · Premium Plus · First / Polaris |
| Carry-on bag | Included | Included | Included | Fee on the lowest fare |
| First checked bag | Extra fee | Extra fee | Extra fee | Extra fee |
| Seat selection | Fee on the lowest fare | Fee on the lowest fare | Fee on the lowest fare | Fee on the lowest fare |
| Wi-Fi | Free for members | Varies by aircraft | Free for members | Free for members |
Schedule from the week sampled October 2026. Airline policies as published, October 2026 — fees and inclusions change, so confirm with the airline before booking.
Other airports near Washington Dulles with nonstops to Washington
| Airport | Distance | Flights / wk |
|---|---|---|
| BWI — BaltimoreSouthwest | 45 mi | 1 |
| PHL — PhiladelphiaAmerican | 134 mi | 16 |
The route
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Nonstop from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Washington (DCA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) has 9 nonstop flights a week to Washington (DCA), operated by American, Alaska, Delta and United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of IAD and you're there.
This route flies on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday — check the schedule grid above before you pick a travel day. Route data updated October 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated October 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Washington Dulles to Washington?
The nonstop flight from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Washington (DCA) takes about 12m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
Is there a nonstop return flight from Washington to Washington Dulles?
Yes — 1 nonstop flight a week from Washington Reagan National (DCA) back to Washington (IAD) on United, based on recently observed departures.