Direct (nonstop) flights from Dulles to Philadelphia

1 airline flys nonstop from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). It's 134 miles (215 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAD
Washington Dulles International
🇺🇸 Dulles, USA
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
134 mi
215 km
CO₂/pax
25 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAD → PHL
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
134 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dulles to Philadelphia with one stop · direct emits 25 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAD MDT (Middletown) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 1m (93 mi) Leg 2: 58m (83 mi) Total: ~1h 59m 🍃 57 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → MDT
1h 1m · 93 mi
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Leg 2
MDT → PHL
58m · 83 mi
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IAD SCE (State College) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 8m (132 mi) Leg 2: 1h 6m (153 mi) Total: ~2h 14m 🍃 77 kg CO₂ (+208% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → SCE
1h 8m · 132 mi
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Leg 2
SCE → PHL
1h 6m · 153 mi
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IAD RIC (Richmond) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 1m (99 mi) Leg 2: 1h 16m (198 mi) Total: ~2h 17m 🍃 80 kg CO₂ (+220% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → RIC
1h 1m · 99 mi
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Leg 2
RIC → PHL
1h 16m · 198 mi
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IAD ORF (Norfolk) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 9m (157 mi) Leg 2: 1h 16m (212 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 93 kg CO₂ (+272% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → ORF
1h 9m · 157 mi
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Leg 2
ORF → PHL
1h 16m · 212 mi
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IAD PIT (Pittsburgh) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 7m (183 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (268 mi) Total: ~2h 29m 🍃 109 kg CO₂ (+336% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → PIT
1h 7m · 183 mi
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Leg 2
PIT → PHL
1h 22m · 268 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dulles to Philadelphia?

A nonstop flight from Dulles (IAD) to Philadelphia (PHL) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 134 miles (215 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dulles to Philadelphia?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dulles to Philadelphia?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Dulles from Philadelphia?

The flight distance from Dulles to Philadelphia is 134 miles (215 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Dulles to Philadelphia?

At 1h 15m, 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 Philadelphia?

Roughly 25 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 125 km.

Is the return flight from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

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.