Travelling from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport (ORF): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) departing from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport flight is 1 hour.
Norfolk International Airport is located in Norfolk. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Washington DC.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with American Airlines at 10:05pm. Choose the first DCA to ORF departure with American Airlines at 8:10am if you'd rather not wait around.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to ORF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
American Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport departing from DCA.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from DCA to ORF.
The top on-time carrier on this route is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 65.28% of the time.
Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider starting your trip from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) plane ticket from this hub.
Take a direct flight from Washington DC to ORF with United Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of IAD.
United has the largest share of bookings on the IAD to ORF route.
With 74.84% of services arriving as scheduled, United is the most punctual carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Norfolk International Airport.
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Washington DC to ORF flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Skip straight to the good part and board a direct flight from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI).
Get set for takeoff with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to ORF plane tickets from BWI.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between BWI and ORF is Southwest Airlines.
The top on-time carrier on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 75.71% of the time.
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
Reserve a hotel near ORF if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
You'll find ORF at 2200 Norview Ave..
Getting from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to central Norfolk
From Norfolk International Airport, central Norfolk is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
At the moment, 62 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 127 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to ORF, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Cheap Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Norfolk. July is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport (ORF), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Washington DC to ORF plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Norfolk, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Norfolk
Start your Norfolk trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Norfolk International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Norfolk isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio and Chrysler Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Baltimore is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Norfolk. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, consider Washington DC, about 241 kilometres north of Norfolk. Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History are key reasons to visit.