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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Rochester flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Washington Dulles to Rochester

Washington Dulles to Rochester: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington Dulles to Rochester below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rochester.

Washington D.C. to Rochester: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,859
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time1 hr, 28 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week84

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Rochester: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Rochester is R 2,996. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Rochester.
United, GoJet Airlines and CommutAir fly direct from Washington Dulles to Rochester.
As of December 2025, there are 84 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Rochester.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Rochester is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Rochester Airport on Friday, 6 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rochester but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rochester is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rochester.

Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • You can choose from 39 weekly Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport flights. The 08:20 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight available. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:20.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your IAD to ROC flight.

  • During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • United Airlines is your ticket to exploring Rochester (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.

  • With 67.86% of services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating IAD to ROC flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between IAD and ROC:

    • LaGuardia Airport

    • Philadelphia International Airport

    • Newark Liberty International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

  • Right now, R 1,860 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,994. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from IAD to ROC by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IAD to ROC by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your preferred 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 International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport.

Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • 74.39% of flights that depart Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near IAD:

Arriving at Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

Getting from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to central Rochester

  • The street address for ROC is 1200 Brooks Avenue.

  • Greater Rochester International Airport to central Rochester has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.

When to fly to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Rochester based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Rochester is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to ROC in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • Rochester is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres south-east of Rochester, a trip to New York will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 418 kilometres south-east of Rochester. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.

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