Direct (nonstop) flights from Dulles to Roanoke

1 airline flys nonstop from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Roanoke (ROA). It's 177 miles (285 km), about 1h 14m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAD
Washington Dulles International
🇺🇸 Dulles, USA
ROA
Roanoke
🇺🇸 Roanoke, USA
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
177 mi
285 km
CO₂/pax
33 kg
−74 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAD → ROA
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
177 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dulles to Roanoke with one stop · direct emits 33 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAD PHL (Philadelphia) ROA
Leg 1: 1h 15m (134 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (310 mi) Total: ~2h 54m 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+224% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → PHL
1h 15m · 134 mi
View IAD to PHL flights →
Leg 2
PHL → ROA
1h 39m · 310 mi
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IAD CLT (Charlotte) ROA
Leg 1: 1h 35m (321 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (154 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+242% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → CLT
1h 35m · 321 mi
View IAD to CLT flights →
Leg 2
CLT → ROA
1h 20m · 154 mi
View CLT to ROA flights →
IAD LGA (New York) ROA
Leg 1: 1h 24m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (405 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+330% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → LGA
1h 24m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
LGA → ROA
1h 51m · 405 mi
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IAD ATL (Atlanta) ROA
Leg 1: 1h 57m (535 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (357 mi) Total: ~3h 24m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+476% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → ATL
1h 57m · 535 mi
View IAD to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → ROA
1h 27m · 357 mi
View ATL to ROA flights →
IAD ORD (Chicago) ROA
Leg 1: 2h 15m (588 mi) Leg 2: 2h 4m (531 mi) Total: ~4h 19m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+603% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAD → ORD
2h 15m · 588 mi
View IAD to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → ROA
2h 4m · 531 mi
View ORD to ROA flights →

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ROA → IAD: Flights from Roanoke to Dulles

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dulles to Roanoke?

A nonstop flight from Dulles (IAD) to Roanoke (ROA) takes approximately 1 hours and 14 minutes. The distance is 177 miles (285 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dulles to Roanoke?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dulles to Roanoke?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Dulles from Roanoke?

The flight distance from Dulles to Roanoke is 177 miles (285 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Dulles to Roanoke?

At 1h 14m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dulles to Roanoke?

Roughly 33 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 165 km.

Is the return flight from Roanoke to Dulles also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dulles to Roanoke?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Washington Dulles International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.