Direct (nonstop) flights from Dulles to Richmond

1 airline flys nonstop from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Richmond International (RIC). It's 99 miles (160 km), about 1h 1m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAD
Washington Dulles International
🇺🇸 Dulles, USA
RIC
Richmond International
🇺🇸 Richmond, USA
Flight Time
1h 1m
Distance
99 mi
160 km
CO₂/pax
18 kg
−69 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAD → RIC
Flight Time
1h 1m
Distance
99 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dulles to Richmond with one stop · direct emits 18 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAD PHL (Philadelphia) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 15m (134 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (198 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 87 kg CO₂ (+383% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → PHL
1h 15m · 134 mi
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Leg 2
PHL → RIC
1h 20m · 198 mi
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IAD CLT (Charlotte) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 35m (321 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (255 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 131 kg CO₂ (+628% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → CLT
1h 35m · 321 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → RIC
1h 15m · 255 mi
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IAD LGA (New York) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 24m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (291 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+572% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → LGA
1h 24m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
LGA → RIC
1h 36m · 291 mi
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IAD EWR (New York) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 29m (211 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (277 mi) Total: ~3h 7m 🍃 115 kg CO₂ (+539% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → EWR
1h 29m · 211 mi
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Leg 2
EWR → RIC
1h 38m · 277 mi
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IAD CHS (Charleston) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 48m (442 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (354 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+856% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → CHS
1h 48m · 442 mi
View IAD to CHS flights →
Leg 2
CHS → RIC
1h 20m · 354 mi
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RIC → IAD: Flights from Richmond to Dulles

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dulles to Richmond?

A nonstop flight from Dulles (IAD) to Richmond (RIC) takes approximately 1 hours and 1 minutes. The distance is 99 miles (160 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dulles to Richmond?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dulles to Richmond?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Dulles from Richmond?

The flight distance from Dulles to Richmond is 99 miles (160 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Dulles to Richmond?

At 1h 1m, 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 Richmond?

Roughly 18 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 90 km.

Is the return flight from Richmond 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 Richmond?

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.