Direct (nonstop) flights from Dulles to Dallas

3 airlines fly nonstop from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW). It's 1,172 miles (1,886 km), about 3h 36m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.

IAD
Washington Dulles International
🇺🇸 Dulles, USA
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International
🇺🇸 Dallas, USA
Flight Time
3h 36m
Distance
1,172 mi
1,886 km
CO₂/pax
198 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
American Airlines +2
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
IAD → DFW
Flight Time
3h 36m
Distance
1,172 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
IAD → DFW
Flight Time
3h 36m
Distance
1,172 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAD → DFW
Flight Time
3h 36m
Distance
1,172 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dulles to Dallas with one stop · direct emits 198 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAD TYS (Knoxville) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 34m (420 mi) Leg 2: 2h 36m (771 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → TYS
1h 34m · 420 mi
View IAD to TYS flights →
Leg 2
TYS → DFW
2h 36m · 771 mi
View TYS to DFW flights →
IAD BNA (Nashville) DFW
Leg 1: 2h 1m (542 mi) Leg 2: 2h 17m (631 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → BNA
2h 1m · 542 mi
View IAD to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → DFW
2h 17m · 631 mi
View BNA to DFW flights →
IAD TRI (Bristol, VA/Johnson City/Kingsport) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 28m (321 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (867 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → TRI
1h 28m · 321 mi
View IAD to TRI flights →
Leg 2
TRI → DFW
2h 50m · 867 mi
View TRI to DFW flights →
IAD PIT (Pittsburgh) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 7m (183 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,066 mi) Total: ~4h 22m 🍃 239 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → PIT
1h 7m · 183 mi
View IAD to PIT flights →
Leg 2
PIT → DFW
3h 15m · 1,066 mi
View PIT to DFW flights →
IAD IND (Indianapolis) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 49m (476 mi) Leg 2: 2h 34m (761 mi) Total: ~4h 23m 🍃 254 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → IND
1h 49m · 476 mi
View IAD to IND flights →
Leg 2
IND → DFW
2h 34m · 761 mi
View IND to DFW flights →

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DFW → IAD: Flights from Dallas to Dulles

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dulles to Dallas?

A nonstop flight from Dulles (IAD) to Dallas (DFW) takes approximately 3 hours and 36 minutes. The distance is 1,172 miles (1,886 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dulles to Dallas?

3 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dulles to Dallas?

Yes. 3 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines.

How far is Dulles from Dallas?

The flight distance from Dulles to Dallas is 1,172 miles (1,886 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Dulles to Dallas?

At 3h 36m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 198 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 990 km.

Is the return flight from Dallas 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 Dallas?

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.