Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Roanoke Airport (ROA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Flights from IAD to ROA start from 08:30 — the first with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:30 with United Airlines. Overall, there are 21 weekly Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your IAD to ROA flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
United has direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Roanoke — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with United on this route.
With 78.74% of its services landing on schedule, United is the most punctual carrier operating IAD to ROA flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IAD and ROA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Roanoke Airport (ROA)
Currently, R 1,991 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,880. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from IAD to ROA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from IAD to ROA.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to Washington Dulles Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Washington Dulles Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near IAD? If you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Roanoke Airport (ROA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ROA instead:
Grab a Roanoke Airport rental car and discover Roanoke and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.
Book your ride from Roanoke Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
When to fly to Roanoke Airport (ROA)
October is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Roanoke in March.
When booking your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Roanoke Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Roanoke, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAD to ROA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Roanoke. Around 402 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Charlotte is another essential stop in the United States and is around 241 kilometres south of Roanoke. No journey is complete without seeing Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
