Flying from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) jetting off from either of these.
The average length of a direct Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport flight is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Greater Rochester International Airport is located in Rochester. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC.
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is the most popular route. There are 23 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 10:29pm. Go for the first DCA to ROC departure with American Airlines at 10am if getting there sooner works for you.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to ROC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
You can get away on a direct flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport with American Airlines. This popular carrier operates services from DCA.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between DCA and ROC is American Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is American Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 73.56% of the time.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
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When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, 76.44% of flights complete their journey on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Work out whether departing from IAD makes the most sense for you.
Get on your direct flight from Washington DC to ROC with United Airlines. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of IAD.
United Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from IAD to ROC.
United Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from Washington Dulles International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport, with 67.86% of its services landing on time.
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to ROC flight:
74.39% of flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Skip straight to the good part and board a direct flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Southwest Airlines is one reputable carrier that offers direct Washington DC to ROC plane tickets from BWI.
Most travellers choose to book seats with Southwest Airlines from BWI to ROC.
The most reliable carrier for punctuality on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services land without delay 74.03% of the time.
The journey time to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that take off from BWI touch down at their destination as scheduled 77.13% of the time.
About Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near ROC and get cosy, quick:
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To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport flight.
ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
Getting from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to central Rochester
The centre of Rochester is roughly 6 kilometres from Greater Rochester International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
Right now, R 1,377 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,950. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Washington DC to ROC by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Rochester. August is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Rochester is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Washington DC to ROC plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Rochester
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rochester:
Your visit to Rochester isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that should be on your list include George Eastman Museum, Strong National Museum Of Play and Strasenburgh Planetarium.
Explore more of the United States
Buffalo is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Rochester. Around 105 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Forest Lawn.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, consider Syracuse, about 121 kilometres east of Rochester. The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, MOST (Museum of Science and Technology) and Armoury Square are among the biggest draws.
