Cheap flights from Washington to Norfolk (ORF) from $112

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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SEA — ORF
May 13 — May 201

How far in advance should I book a flight from State of Washington to Norfolk?

To save on the cost of your flight from State of Washington to Norfolk, book at least 40 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 95% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $627 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $909.

What is the cheapest month to fly from State of Washington to Norfolk?

Flights from State of Washington to Norfolk lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from State of Washington to Norfolk in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $221.

When is the cheapest time to fly from State of Washington to Norfolk (WA - ORF)?

When flying from State of Washington to Norfolk, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Frontier flights from Washington to Norfolk

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Washington and Norfolk. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Consider these cheap Frontier flights we've found departing from Washington to Norfolk. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Mon 5/209:40 amSEA - ORF
1 stop28h 47mFrontier
Thu 6/612:33 pmORF - SEA
1 stop21h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$257
Wed 7/1710:08 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Tue 7/306:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop16h 02mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$281
Wed 7/1710:08 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Tue 7/306:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop16h 02mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$285
Wed 9/410:08 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Sun 9/86:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop29h 54mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$301
Sun 6/28:04 amSEA - ORF
1 stop7h 17mFrontier
Tue 6/117:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop14h 49mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$374
Sat 7/2010:08 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Sun 7/286:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop17h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$376
Wed 7/1010:08 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Sun 7/216:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop17h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$379
Wed 6/59:41 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop11h 02mFrontier
Sun 6/912:20 pmORF - SEA
1 stop21h 46mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$401
Mon 7/89:41 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 36mFrontier
Sun 7/216:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop17h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$409

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Washington to Norfolk

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Washington and Norfolk. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Washington to Norfolk. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 6/49:35 amSEA - ORF
3 stops30h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/119:16 amORF - SEA
3 stops26h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$275
Tue 5/219:40 pmSEA - ORF
3 stops19h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/289:15 amORF - SEA
2 stops26h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$386
Fri 5/319:35 amSEA - ORF
3 stops27h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/811:42 amORF - SEA
3 stops23h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$457
Mon 5/209:40 pmSEA - ORF
3 stops20h 43mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/68:42 pmORF - SEA
3 stops38h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$529
Mon 5/139:35 amSEA - ORF
2 stops19h 47mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/207:51 pmORF - SEA
3 stops39h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/8$830

Cheap Washington to Norfolk flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Washington to Norfolk specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Washington to Norfolk in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 5/209:40 amSEA - ORF
1 stop28h 47mFrontier
Thu 6/612:33 pmORF - SEA
1 stop21h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$257
Tue 6/49:35 amSEA - ORF
3 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:58 amORF - SEA
2 stops25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$272
Tue 6/49:35 amSEA - ORF
3 stops30h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/119:16 amORF - SEA
3 stops26h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$275
Thu 6/69:32 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:16 amORF - SEA
3 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$288
Thu 6/69:32 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:58 amORF - SEA
2 stops25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$306
Tue 6/49:35 amSEA - ORF
2 stops21h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:58 amORF - SEA
2 stops25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$310
Thu 6/611:59 pmSEA - ORF
2 stops13h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:16 amORF - SEA
3 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$317
Thu 6/69:28 amSEA - ORF
3 stops28h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:16 amORF - SEA
3 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$318
Tue 6/411:09 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Tue 6/116:28 pmORF - SEA
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/6$330

Washington to Norfolk 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Washington and Norfolk in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Washington to Norfolk in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 5/209:40 amSEA - ORF
1 stop28h 47mFrontier
Thu 6/612:33 pmORF - SEA
1 stop21h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$257
Tue 6/49:35 amSEA - ORF
3 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:58 amORF - SEA
2 stops25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$272
Tue 6/49:35 amSEA - ORF
3 stops30h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/119:16 amORF - SEA
3 stops26h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$275
Wed 7/1710:08 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Tue 7/306:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop16h 02mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$281
Wed 7/1710:08 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Tue 7/306:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop16h 02mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$285
Thu 6/69:32 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:16 amORF - SEA
3 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$288
Wed 9/410:08 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Sun 9/86:17 pmORF - SEA
1 stop29h 54mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$301
Thu 6/69:32 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:58 amORF - SEA
2 stops25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$306
Tue 6/49:35 amSEA - ORF
2 stops21h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:58 amORF - SEA
2 stops25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$310

Washington to Norfolk flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Washington to Norfolk for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Washington to Norfolk. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Fri 5/179:40 pmSEA - ORF
2 stops20h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2210:31 amORF - SEA
3 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$413
Fri 5/179:40 pmSEA - ORF
2 stops20h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/229:17 amORF - SEA
2 stops26h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$495
Tue 5/1411:09 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop10h 03mDelta
Wed 5/156:59 pmORF - SEA
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 5/7$666
Fri 5/1710:05 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/222:55 pmORF - SEA
1 stop10h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$679
Thu 5/161:15 amSEA - ORF
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/222:55 pmORF - SEA
1 stop10h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$680
Tue 5/148:20 amSEA - ORF
1 stop12h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/159:57 amORF - SEA
2 stops13h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$710
Tue 5/148:20 amSEA - ORF
1 stop12h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/158:05 amORF - SEA
1 stop16h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$714
Tue 5/145:00 amSEA - ORF
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/156:14 amORF - SEA
2 stops30h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$719
Sat 5/181:15 amSEA - ORF
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/233:39 pmORF - SEA
1 stop11h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$732

One-way flights to Norfolk from Washington

Search for one-way flight options from Washington to Norfolk. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Washington to Norfolk. Users can also find round-trip Washington to Norfolk flights by using the search form above.
Wed 5/159:50 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop17h 28mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$112
Wed 5/159:50 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop17h 28mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$119
Wed 8/710:08 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$146
Fri 5/3110:55 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$160
Thu 5/3012:40 pmGEG - ORF
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$160
Fri 5/317:10 amSEA - ORF
1 stop10h 18mDelta
Deal found 5/6$165
Mon 7/110:33 pmGEG - ORF
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$192
Mon 7/1511:40 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$193
Mon 5/135:02 pmSEA - ORF
1 stop25h 04mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$200

Find flights from Washington to Norfolk within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington to Norfolk 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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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Seattle/Tacoma IntlNorfolk

SEA - ORF

SEAORF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 5/20

1 stop28h 47m

Norfolk

Thu 6/6

1 stop21h 33m

$257

Seattle/Tacoma IntlNorfolk

SEA - ORF

SEAORF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/4

3 stops30h 03m

Norfolk

Tue 6/11

2 stops25h 34m

$272

Seattle/Tacoma IntlNorfolk

SEA - ORF

SEAORF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/4

3 stops30h 03m

Norfolk

Tue 6/11

3 stops26h 16m

$275

Seattle/Tacoma IntlNorfolk

SEA - ORF

SEAORF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/17

1 stop16h 09m

Norfolk

Tue 7/30

1 stop16h 02m

$281

Seattle/Tacoma IntlNorfolk

SEA - ORF

SEAORF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/17

1 stop16h 09m

Norfolk

Tue 7/30

1 stop16h 02m

$285

Seattle/Tacoma IntlNorfolk

SEA - ORF

SEAORF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 6/6

1 stop15h 16m

Norfolk

Tue 6/11

3 stops26h 16m

$288

Seattle/Tacoma IntlNorfolk

SEA - ORF

SEAORF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop7h 13m

Norfolk

Wed 8/28

1 stop9h 54m

$320

Seattle/Tacoma IntlNorfolk

SEA - ORF

SEAORF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 10/8

2 stops11h 45m

Norfolk

Tue 10/15

1 stop8h 35m

$325

Seattle/Tacoma IntlNorfolk

SEA - ORF

SEAORF

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/4

1 stop7h 44m

Norfolk

Tue 6/11

1 stop8h 31m

$330

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Deals found on 5/7

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Reviews of airlines servicing Norfolk

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Norfolk. 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 Norfolk. Reviews last updated May 8, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Washington to Norfolk have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I paid for an aisle seat and found I was bumped to the middle seat. No entertainment at all, bathroom was so tiny, a woman had a hard time in there. Seems it was considered for men only. This was my first time on Alaska airlines. I don’t think I want to fly on Alaska Airlines again.

8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I paid for an aisle seat and found I was bumped to the middle seat. No entertainment at all, bathroom was so tiny, a woman had a hard time in there. Seems it was considered for men only. This was my first time on Alaska airlines. I don’t think I want to fly on Alaska Airlines again.

8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I paid for an aisle seat and found I was bumped to the middle seat. No entertainment at all, bathroom was so tiny, a woman had a hard time in there. Seems it was considered for men only. This was my first time on Alaska airlines. I don’t think I want to fly on Alaska Airlines again.

7.4
Good
11,043 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I paid for an aisle seat and found I was bumped to the middle seat. No entertainment at all, bathroom was so tiny, a woman had a hard time in there. Seems it was considered for men only. This was my first time on Alaska airlines. I don’t think I want to fly on Alaska Airlines again.

7.3
Good
14,677 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I paid for an aisle seat and found I was bumped to the middle seat. No entertainment at all, bathroom was so tiny, a woman had a hard time in there. Seems it was considered for men only. This was my first time on Alaska airlines. I don’t think I want to fly on Alaska Airlines again.

6.4
Okay
8,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I paid for an aisle seat and found I was bumped to the middle seat. No entertainment at all, bathroom was so tiny, a woman had a hard time in there. Seems it was considered for men only. This was my first time on Alaska airlines. I don’t think I want to fly on Alaska Airlines again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Norfolk from Washington?

    Most people fly into Norfolk (ORF) if they book a flight to Norfolk from Washington. Norfolk is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Norfolk’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from State of Washington to Norfolk for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from State of Washington to Norfolk for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $257, but on average you can expect to pay $314.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from State of Washington to Norfolk for under $500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from State of Washington to Norfolk within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of Washington to Norfolk one-way?

    $112 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $160 and $165, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of Washington to Norfolk?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from State of Washington to Norfolk?

  • What does SEA to ORF mean?

    Great question - SEA to ORF just means Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Norfolk Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Spokane Airport (GEG), Pasco Tri Cities Airport (PSC), Bellingham Airport (BLI), Everett Paine Field Airport (PAE), Seattle Lake Union Spb Airport (LKE) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington to Norfolk that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington to Norfolk flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Washington to Norfolk with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington to Norfolk flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington to Norfolk that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington to Norfolk?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington to Norfolk?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington to Norfolk that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Washington to Norfolk offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington to Norfolk?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington to Norfolk flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the State of Washington to Norfolk flight deals updated?

    The State of Washington to Norfolk flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

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United AirlinesCheapest$377Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$605Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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