Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. (WASA) to Rochester (ROC)

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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, D.C. to Rochester flights are currently cheapest in September.

      Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester

      Washington, D.C. to Rochester: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Washington, D.C. 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 found$84
      Cheapest month to flySeptember
      Average flight time1 hr, 23 mins
      Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
      Average flights per week231

      Finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Rochester is $169. 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 22 minutes is the average flight time from Washington, D.C. to Rochester.
      American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Rochester.
      There are 462 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to Rochester, as of May 2025.
      The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rochester is usually May 2025.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rochester Airport on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 22 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.
      The cheapest airline that flies to Rochester is American Airlines.

      Traveling from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC): what you need to know

      • Start planning your vacation by checking out the departure points for your flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC). Explore the options for departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.

      • Approximately 1 hour 29 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport.

      • Washington DC and Rochester (where Greater Rochester International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.

      • With 39 direct flights a week between the two airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 08:20. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from DCA to ROC is with Southwest Airlines at 22:55.

      • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Washington DC to ROC. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

      Airports in Washington DC

      Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

      • You can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) out of Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).

      • When taking off from DCA, you can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport with American Airlines.

      • From central Washington DC, DCA is around 5 miles away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to get there.

      • Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:

      Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

      • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) offers nonstop flights from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC).

      • From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to ROC are offered by United.

      • With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 3 hours and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 35 miles away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 51 minutes.

      • Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Washington DC to ROC, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:

      About Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

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

      • Greater Rochester International Airport to central Rochester is about 14 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 miles away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

      • Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.

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

      • For a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport, $84 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just $169. These are currently the lowest fares but may change based on availability.

      • Get cheap tickets from Washington DC to ROC by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

      • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

      • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Washington DC to ROC. You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.

      • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

      The best time to fly from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

      • August is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Rochester in April when it's quieter.

      • When booking your flight from Washington DC to ROC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Rochester, with the temperature ranging from 59ºF to 82ºF.

      • January has average temperatures of between 12ºF and 37ºF. Look for cheap flights from Washington DC to Greater Rochester International Airport sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

      More about Rochester

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