Dulles to Roanoke (IAD–ROA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAD–ROA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Air Canada and avianca lead the route. The flight covers 177 miles in approximately 1h. Beyond nonstop, 17 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 21 | ERJ | 1h-1h22 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 7 | ERJ | 1h18 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AV avianca | 7 | E145 | 1h22 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · ROA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 6:00 PM in Roanoke.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
IAD–ROA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to ROA
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, avianca and United Airlines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAD to ROA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to ROA ranges from 1 hours 0 minutes to 1 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 177 miles (285 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via LEX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.