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$103+ Cheap flights from Rochester (ROC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — WAS
Jul 9 — Jul 161
Thu 7/9
Thu 7/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Greater Rochester Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in January or February, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Washington, D.C.

Cheapest flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 9, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/247:54 pm
ROC
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IAD
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Mon 6/298:25 am
IAD
-
ROC
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/35:43 pm
ROC
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 32m
American Airlines
Tue 7/710:12 pm
DCA
-
ROC
Nonstop1h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/5$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/412:34 pm
ROC
-
DCA
1 stop6h 25m
Delta
Sun 8/98:15 am
DCA
-
ROC
1 stop3h 32m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$241
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:05 am
ROC
-
DCA
1 stop4h 54m
American Airlines
Sat 8/88:47 pm
DCA
-
ROC
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/8$245
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/35:01 am
ROC
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 7/510:12 pm
DCA
-
ROC
Nonstop1h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/7$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/37:10 pm
ROC
-
IAD
1 stop4h 09m
United Airlines
Sun 7/510:37 pm
IAD
-
ROC
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/25:48 pm
ROC
-
BWI
1 stop3h 40m
Delta
Sat 9/55:36 pm
BWI
-
ROC
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/265:50 am
ROC
-
DCA
1 stop4h 10m
American Airlines
Sun 6/2810:26 pm
DCA
-
ROC
Nonstop1h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/5$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/247:54 pm
ROC
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Wed 7/85:30 pm
IAD
-
ROC
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/3111:50 am
ROC
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 29m
American Airlines
Sun 8/210:12 pm
DCA
-
ROC
Nonstop1h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/4$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:55 pm
ROC
-
IAD
1 stop5h 15m
American Airlines
Sat 8/86:17 am
IAD
-
ROC
1 stop3h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/8$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/275:09 am
ROC
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 8/3010:00 pm
DCA
-
ROC
Nonstop1h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/8$257

Find flight deals from Rochester to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (ROC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 9, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$239
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$107
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$246

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$190 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 7/2

5:33 am-6:59 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/5

10:12 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$239

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 8/4

12:34 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/9

8:15 am-11:47 am

1 stop3h 32m

$241

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - IAD

ROCIAD

Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 7/3

7:10 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/5

10:37 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$249

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 7/30

12:00 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/3

10:12 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$249

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - IAD

ROCIAD

Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 9/2

5:30 am-11:49 am

1 stop6h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/5

5:25 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$259

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - IAD

ROCIAD

Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 7/25

5:30 am-11:49 am

1 stop6h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/27

6:59 pm-12:53 am

1 stop5h 54m

$259

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 7/2

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/5

7:40 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop3h 37m

$259

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 7/30

12:37 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop3h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/3

11:00 am-5:47 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$259

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 8/27

12:34 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/30

6:02 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 51m

$262

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - IAD

ROCIAD

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 8/13

5:30 am-11:49 am

1 stop6h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/17

5:25 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$269

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rochester to Washington, D.C. in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rochester-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rochester-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rochester-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Rochester with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C. (average of $155). Flying from Rochester to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of $194). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ROC to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 9, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Rochester to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Rochester to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 9, 2026.

The most flights from ROC to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

The price you pay for your flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rochester to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated June 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Rochester to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,240 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,796 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,640 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,240 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

    Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. You should not have trouble finding flights to Washington, D.C. from Greater Rochester Intl; the airport handles an average of 15 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Rochester airport to Washington, D.C.. It is only a 3.8 mi journey to Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) from Rochester’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Rochester to Washington, D.C. in about 1h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 44m. There are 296 mi between Rochester and Washington, D.C.. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rochester to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($182), and United Airlines ($189) offers the cheapest pricing from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. Users have found that American Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

    Most travelers choose Greater Rochester Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Greater Rochester Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Greater Rochester Intl - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Rochester to Washington, D.C..

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Rochester, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Avianca (94%), Mesa Airlines (94%), Copa Airlines( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $991, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $139. The most popular route (Greater Rochester Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $241.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rochester to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C. (average of $155). Flying from Rochester to Washington, D.C. in May is currently the most expensive (average of $194). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Rochester to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$245Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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