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Cheapest round-trip
$117
Typical prices: $213-$408
Frontier
Sat 12/1Sun 12/9
DFW - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$118
Typical prices: $213-$417
Frontier
Wed 12/12Fri 12/14
DFW - IAD • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 53m
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Cheapest • 15% average savings
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Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 62% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 41% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $100 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Dulles Intl

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas to Dulles Intl

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
Frontier Logo
7:09 pm - 9:46 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 37m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Frontier Logo
8:55 pm - 11:29 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 34mnonstop
$117Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Frontier Logo
8:10 am - 2:49 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
8:55 pm - 11:29 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 34mnonstop
$117Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:31 am - 5:56 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 25m2 stops Orlando Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:06 pm - 8:42 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
9h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$261Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 5:12 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:36 pm - 8:26 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
14h 50m2 stops Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA Orlando
$262Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Dec 28
American Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 10:45 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 50mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 10:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 40mnonstop
$269American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 6
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 11:23 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 53mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:53 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 53mnonstop
$272American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 7
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 11:13 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 53mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 11:21 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 46mnonstop
$277United Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 14
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 11:12 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 52mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 11:21 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 46mnonstop
$277United Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Tue, Mar 2
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 8:26 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:27 pm - 6:04 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
6h 37m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$297Delta
Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 14
Delta Logo
12:16 pm - 6:05 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 6:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport typically range from $213 to $408. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $117, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $179 round-trip.
•December ($367) and July ($357) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 105% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 62% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dallas to Dulles Intl

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Expert on United Airlines and IAD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$72
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Dallas to Dulles Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas to Dulles Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Dallas to Dulles Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Dallas to Dulles Intl 
AlisonFlew with United Airlines-Oct 2026
Leave early in the day to avoid weather and congestion related delays.
DionFlew with American Airlines-Jan 2026
Make sure you eat a heavy meal before boarding the flight.

Your Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:20 am and lands at 10:13 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:38 pm and lands at 10:31 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 53m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 2h 53m, covering 1,161 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $213 to $408, with an average of $305 over the past 12 months. Anything below $213 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 43% above the $305 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $100 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $306 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights are:

    • United Airlines: 88% on time
    • Frontier: 85% on time
    • American Airlines: 74% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $127, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport may depart from several airports in Dallas area, including Dallas Addison (ADS), Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). Flights usually arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 21m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $281 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $380, a difference of $99.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Dallas and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 39m, compared with 11h 32m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 17h 17m via Orlando (MCO).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Dallas (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $281, about $99 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 62% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $179 round-trip in that month - typically $188 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 88% of United Airlines flights from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 82%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 21m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $100 round-trip on this route - about $206 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Find which airlines fly direct from Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dallas to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Dallas

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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