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Cheapest round-trip
$299
Typical prices: $366-$507
Delta
Mon 10/15Sat 10/20
IAD - RST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$248
Typical prices: $255-$352
American Airlines
Sun 12/16
BWI - RST • 1 stop
Top routes
IAD - RST
Cheapest • 3% average savings
DCA - RST
Most popular
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 25% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $416 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 5h 00m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester (WAS-RST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Rochester

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:05 am - 10:13 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RST Rochester
5h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:15 am - 5:59 pmRST  Rochester-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$290Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:59 pm - 10:48 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RST Rochester
4h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:15 am - 5:59 pmRST  Rochester-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$290Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:45 am - 12:32 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RST Rochester
5h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:27 pm - 11:59 pmRST  Rochester-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$299American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:23 am - 10:43 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-RST Rochester
4h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:22 pm - 11:26 pmRST  Rochester-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 04m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$299Delta
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:05 am - 10:13 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RST Rochester
5h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:15 am - 5:59 pmRST  Rochester-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$299Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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12:21 pm - 3:35 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RST Rochester
4h 14m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:15 am - 5:59 pmRST  Rochester-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$299Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:05 am - 10:13 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RST Rochester
5h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:15 am - 5:59 pmRST  Rochester-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$299Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:00 am - 12:32 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RST Rochester
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:02 pm - 9:59 pmRST  Rochester-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 57m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia
$305American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:23 am - 10:43 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-RST Rochester
4h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:22 pm - 11:16 pmRST  Rochester-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 54m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$305Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:05 am - 10:13 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RST Rochester
5h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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7:00 am - 5:27 pmRST  Rochester-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 27m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$305Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Rochester flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Rochester?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester start at $299. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $366 to $507. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $299 on Delta.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Rochester flight route?

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Rochester routes. They average around $410 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rochester?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rochester, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rochester?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rochester at $312 round-trip.
  • July ($845) and February ($634) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 170% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. to Rochester flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$248
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Rochester based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Washington, D.C. to Rochester flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Rochester?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Rochester (RST).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester pass through?

    Connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester most commonly pass through:

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 47% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Washington, D.C. to Rochester route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $392 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $531, a difference of $139. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rochester?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to Rochester. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 00m and 5h 10m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rochester?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Rochester changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $299 to $1,290. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Rochester looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Rochester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $266, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. to Rochester?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 00m, compared with 5h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Rochester?

    Rochester is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C. (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. to Rochester flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Rochester range from $366 to $507, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Rochester flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $392 - about $139 less than Wednesday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Rochester trip for November. Fares historically average $312 round-trip in that month - typically $533 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Rochester Airport.
    - Comfort Inn & Suites Rochester South Mayo Clinic

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Rochester (RST)