Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Dulles

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Washington Dulles International (IAD). It's 1,191 miles (1,916 km), about 3h 8m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
IAD
Washington Dulles International
🇺🇸 Dulles, USA
Flight Time
3h 8m
Distance
1,191 mi
1,916 km
CO₂/pax
201 kg
−41 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → IAD
Flight Time
3h 8m
Distance
1,191 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Dulles with one stop · direct emits 201 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAH MSY (New Orleans) IAD
Leg 1: 1h 15m (304 mi) Leg 2: 2h 32m (956 mi) Total: ~3h 47m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → MSY
1h 15m · 304 mi
View IAH to MSY flights →
Leg 2
MSY → IAD
2h 32m · 956 mi
View MSY to IAD flights →
IAH BNA (Nashville) IAD
Leg 1: 2h 1m (657 mi) Leg 2: 1h 47m (542 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 247 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → BNA
2h 1m · 657 mi
View IAH to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → IAD
1h 47m · 542 mi
View BNA to IAD flights →
IAH TYS (Knoxville) IAD
Leg 1: 2h 16m (771 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (420 mi) Total: ~3h 51m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → TYS
2h 16m · 771 mi
View IAH to TYS flights →
Leg 2
TYS → IAD
1h 35m · 420 mi
View TYS to IAD flights →
IAH ATL (Atlanta) IAD
Leg 1: 2h 6m (688 mi) Leg 2: 1h 46m (535 mi) Total: ~3h 52m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → ATL
2h 6m · 688 mi
View IAH to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → IAD
1h 46m · 535 mi
View ATL to IAD flights →
IAH GSP (Greenville) IAD
Leg 1: 2h 18m (837 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (385 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → GSP
2h 18m · 837 mi
View IAH to GSP flights →
Leg 2
GSP → IAD
1h 35m · 385 mi
View GSP to IAD flights →

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IAD → IAH: Flights from Dulles to Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Dulles?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to Dulles (IAD) takes approximately 3 hours and 8 minutes. The distance is 1,191 miles (1,916 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Dulles?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Dulles?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from Dulles?

The flight distance from Houston to Dulles is 1,191 miles (1,916 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 Houston to Dulles?

At 3h 8m, 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 Houston to Dulles?

Roughly 201 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,005 km.

Is the return flight from Dulles to Houston 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 Houston to Dulles?

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 George Bush Intcntl Houston for this flight?

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