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$89+ Cheap flights from Rochester (ROC) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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ROC — WAS
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or June, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$183
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$228 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
From Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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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 July 1, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/117:55 pmROC - IAD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/58:25 amIAD - ROC
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$183
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/185:50 pmROC - DCA
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/213:59 pmDCA - ROC
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/195:29 amROC - IAD
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Sat 8/238:23 pmIAD - ROC
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/30$188
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/266:00 amROC - DCA
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Sat 8/306:00 amDCA - ROC
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/30$188
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2311:18 amROC - BWI
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/256:40 pmBWI - ROC
1 stop15h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2112:35 pmROC - BWI
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Tue 8/2610:50 amBWI - ROC
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$222
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/215:56 pmROC - BWI
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Tue 8/266:00 amBWI - ROC
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 7/1$225
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/412:30 pmROC - DCA
1 stop10h 29mJetBlue
Sat 8/96:30 amDCA - ROC
1 stop4h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 7/1$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 9/36:00 amROC - BWI
1 stop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/75:00 amBWI - ROC
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$241
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/256:00 amROC - DCA
1 stop3h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/299:05 amDCA - ROC
1 stop3h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$259

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Rochester

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - IAD

ROCIAD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 7/11

7:55 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/5

8:25 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$183

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 7/18

5:50 pm-7:19 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/21

3:59 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$184

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - IAD

ROCIAD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 8/19

5:29 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/23

8:23 pm-12:50 am

1 stop4h 27m

$188

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-12:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

$188

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 7/22

6:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/26

7:00 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$199

RochesterBaltimore

ROC - BWI

ROCBWI

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 7/23

11:18 am-11:49 pm

1 stop12h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 7/25

6:40 pm-10:13 am

1 stop15h 33m

$213

RochesterBaltimore

ROC - BWI

ROCBWI

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 8/21

12:35 pm-1:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/26

10:50 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$222

RochesterBaltimore

ROC - BWI

ROCBWI

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 8/21

5:56 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

$225

RochesterWashington, D.C.

ROC - DCA

ROCDCA

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 8/4

12:30 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/9

6:30 am-11:24 am

1 stop4h 54m

$237

RochesterBaltimore

ROC - BWI

ROCBWI

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop4h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/7

5:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop6h 37m

$241

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

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 34 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Rochester to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 July 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Rochester to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 29, 2025.

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

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 July 1, 2025.

The most flights from ROC to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United 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.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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

    Rochester 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 13 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 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.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($183), American Airlines ($184), and Delta ($188) offers the cheapest pricing from Rochester to Washington, D.C.. Users have found that United Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rochester to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C. are Delta ($89), United Airlines ($90), and Spirit Airlines ($93).

  • What are the most popular routes 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: GoJet (100%), Republic Airways (100%), Mesa 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 $1,317, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $157. The most popular route (Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Baltimore/Washington), is priced around $209.

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    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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Rochester to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 4 airlines flying from Rochester to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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