Direct (nonstop) flights from Roanoke to Dulles

1 airline flys nonstop from Roanoke (ROA) to Washington Dulles International (IAD). It's 177 miles (285 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

ROA
Roanoke
🇺🇸 Roanoke, USA
IAD
Washington Dulles International
🇺🇸 Dulles, USA
Flight Time
1h 15m
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
ROA → IAD
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
177 mi

Alternative Routes

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

ROA PHL (Philadelphia) IAD
Leg 1: 1h 32m (310 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (134 mi) Total: ~2h 42m 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+224% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROA → PHL
1h 32m · 310 mi
View ROA to PHL flights →
Leg 2
PHL → IAD
1h 10m · 134 mi
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ROA CLT (Charlotte) IAD
Leg 1: 1h 26m (154 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (321 mi) Total: ~2h 57m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+242% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROA → CLT
1h 26m · 154 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → IAD
1h 31m · 321 mi
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ROA LGA (New York) IAD
Leg 1: 1h 41m (405 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (227 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+330% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROA → LGA
1h 41m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
LGA → IAD
1h 27m · 227 mi
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ROA ATL (Atlanta) IAD
Leg 1: 1h 35m (357 mi) Leg 2: 1h 46m (535 mi) Total: ~3h 21m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+476% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROA → ATL
1h 35m · 357 mi
View ROA to ATL flights →
Leg 2
ATL → IAD
1h 46m · 535 mi
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ROA ORD (Chicago) IAD
Leg 1: 2h 9m (531 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (588 mi) Total: ~4h 12m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+603% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROA → ORD
2h 9m · 531 mi
View ROA to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → IAD
2h 3m · 588 mi
View ORD to IAD flights →

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IAD → ROA: Flights from Dulles to Roanoke

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Roanoke to Dulles?

A nonstop flight from Roanoke (ROA) to Dulles (IAD) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 177 miles (285 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Roanoke to Dulles?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Roanoke to Dulles?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Roanoke from Dulles?

The flight distance from Roanoke to Dulles 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 Roanoke to Dulles?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Dulles to Roanoke 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 Roanoke to Dulles?

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 Roanoke for this flight?

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