Direct (nonstop) flights from Dulles to Atlanta

3 airlines fly nonstop from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). It's 535 miles (861 km), about 1h 57m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.

IAD
Washington Dulles International
🇺🇸 Dulles, USA
ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
🇺🇸 Atlanta, USA
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
535 mi
861 km
CO₂/pax
99 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Delta Air Lines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
IAD → ATL
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
535 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
IAD → ATL
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
535 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAD → ATL
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
535 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dulles to Atlanta with one stop · direct emits 99 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAD TYS (Knoxville) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 34m (420 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (151 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 131 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → TYS
1h 34m · 420 mi
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Leg 2
TYS → ATL
1h 6m · 151 mi
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IAD AVL (Asheville) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 34m (371 mi) Leg 2: 1h 7m (165 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → AVL
1h 34m · 371 mi
View IAD to AVL flights →
Leg 2
AVL → ATL
1h 7m · 165 mi
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IAD TRI (Bristol, VA/Johnson City/Kingsport) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 28m (321 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 42m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → TRI
1h 28m · 321 mi
View IAD to TRI flights →
Leg 2
TRI → ATL
1h 14m · 227 mi
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IAD CHO (Charlottesville) ATL
Leg 1: 56m (78 mi) Leg 2: 1h 49m (457 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → CHO
56m · 78 mi
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Leg 2
CHO → ATL
1h 49m · 457 mi
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IAD GSP (Greenville) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 40m (385 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (153 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → GSP
1h 40m · 385 mi
View IAD to GSP flights →
Leg 2
GSP → ATL
1h 5m · 153 mi
View GSP to ATL flights →

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ATL → IAD: Flights from Atlanta to Dulles

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dulles to Atlanta?

A nonstop flight from Dulles (IAD) to Atlanta (ATL) takes approximately 1 hours and 57 minutes. The distance is 535 miles (861 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dulles to Atlanta?

3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dulles to Atlanta?

Yes. 3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.

How far is Dulles from Atlanta?

The flight distance from Dulles to Atlanta is 535 miles (861 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Dulles to Atlanta?

At 1h 57m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dulles to Atlanta?

Roughly 99 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 495 km.

Is the return flight from Atlanta to Dulles also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dulles to Atlanta?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Washington Dulles International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.