San Diego (SAN) to Washington (IAD) flights
Nonstop from San Diego International to Washington Dulles International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
2,248 mi, great circle
Flying time
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
average, November 2026
Airlines
passenger airlines
Airlines flying SAN to IAD
Also in the data (cargo, charter or a foreign airline on a domestic route): NetJets Aviation.
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Diego to Washington?
About 4h 58m gate to gate for the 3,618 km (2,248 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from SAN to IAD?
Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with about 4.7 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).