Norfolk to Dulles (ORF–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ORF–IAD is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Copa Airlines and avianca lead the route. The flight covers 157 miles in approximately 0h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 53 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 62 | 319, 320, 73G, CR5, CR7, E145, E7W, ERJ | 1h04-1h22 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 21 | 320, CR5, E145 | 1h04-1h14 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AV avianca | 14 | 319, ERJ | 1h04-1h15 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 7 | 319 | 1h04 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Norfolk
| Metric | ORF→IAD | RIC→IAD | CHO→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORF | – | 75 mi | 150 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 7 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 106 | 80 | 35 |
| Flight time | 0h 33m | 0h 37m | 0h 54m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
ORF: EDT · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Norfolk, it's 6:00 PM in Dulles.
Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.
Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.
ORF–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORF to IAD
Norfolk International Airport (ORF) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, avianca, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. With 106 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ORF to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORF to IAD ranges from 0 hours 33 minutes to 1 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 157 miles (253 km). There are approximately 106 weekly flights outbound and 83 return, totaling 189 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
53 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via BWI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Richmond (RIC) and Charlottesville (CHO).