- Must visit
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
One of the world’s most visited natural history museums, known for dinosaur fossils, the Hope Diamond, and broad family-friendly exhibits.
Flights from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC depart on average 67 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $143 (€118) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by train.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 147 miles (237 km) distance in 1h 4m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 147 miles (237 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $143 (€118) |
Flights per day 67 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 4m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price
$402
Average price
$552
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Flights per day
57
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC will cost around $552 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $402.
Of the 57 flights that leave Norfolk, VA for Washington, DC onSat, Jul 11, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct flights cover the 237 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 59 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the longest flights will take 1 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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AA5336Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $143.
Distance: 147 miles (237 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$332 Average price | $65 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC costing on average $65 (€54).
A bus is $293 (€241) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC costing on average $332 (€273).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 35m.
Train takes on average 4h 36m.
The table below shows live departures for Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC flights for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA5520 | 6:00 AM Norfolk International Airport | 0h59 | 6:59 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5690 · UA2218 | 6:00 AM Norfolk International Airport | 5h58 | 11:58 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5690 · UA2277 | 6:00 AM Norfolk International Airport | 5h52 | 11:52 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5690 · UA2653 | 6:00 AM Norfolk International Airport | 7h57 | 1:57 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5690 · UA1869 | 6:00 AM Norfolk International Airport | 8h12 | 2:12 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5690 · UA1381 | 6:00 AM Norfolk International Airport | 7h04 | 1:04 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5690 · UA669 · UA3688 | 6:00 AM Norfolk International Airport | 10h35 | 4:35 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1524 | 6:05 AM Norfolk International Airport | 1h02 | 7:07 AM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3508 · UA1992 | 10:17 AM Norfolk International Airport | 6h15 | 4:32 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3508 · UA3533 · UA3998 | 10:17 AM Norfolk International Airport | 11h03 | 9:20 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3508 · UA2485 · UA3520 | 10:17 AM Norfolk International Airport | 10h49 | 9:06 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3508 · UA4433 | 10:17 AM Norfolk International Airport | 5h06 | 3:23 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3508 · UA4472 | 10:17 AM Norfolk International Airport | 4h06 | 2:23 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3508 · UA1536 · UA2136 | 10:17 AM Norfolk International Airport | 10h59 | 9:16 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3508 · UA3492 · UA4593 | 10:17 AM Norfolk International Airport | 10h52 | 9:09 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3508 · UA4486 | 10:17 AM Norfolk International Airport | 6h40 | 4:57 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3508 · UA1536 · UA3543 | 10:17 AM Norfolk International Airport | 10h03 | 8:20 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2066 | 10:45 AM Norfolk International Airport | 1h03 | 11:48 AM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5901 · UA2124 | 10:48 AM Norfolk International Airport | 6h48 | 5:36 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5901 · UA2794 | 10:48 AM Norfolk International Airport | 5h42 | 4:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5901 · UA1314 | 10:48 AM Norfolk International Airport | 6h24 | 5:12 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5901 · UA2437 | 10:48 AM Norfolk International Airport | 8h14 | 7:02 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5901 · UA5867 · UA6362 | 10:48 AM Norfolk International Airport | 10h32 | 9:20 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5901 · UA1821 · UA6244 | 10:48 AM Norfolk International Airport | 10h07 | 8:55 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5901 · UA1617 · UA6244 | 10:48 AM Norfolk International Airport | 10h07 | 8:55 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5901 · UA5954 · UA6362 | 10:48 AM Norfolk International Airport | 10h32 | 9:20 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA5336 | 11:07 AM Norfolk International Airport | 1h12 | 12:19 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5331+ AA1622 | 11:24 AM Norfolk International Airport | 6h24 | 5:48 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5331+ AA3263 | 11:24 AM Norfolk International Airport | 6h58 | 6:22 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2839+ AA5331 | 11:24 AM Norfolk International Airport | 4h49 | 4:13 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2254 · AA1450 | 1:27 PM Norfolk International Airport | 6h13 | 7:40 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2254 · AA3263 | 1:27 PM Norfolk International Airport | 4h55 | 6:22 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2254 · AA1622 | 1:27 PM Norfolk International Airport | 4h21 | 5:48 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2254 · AA2386 | 1:27 PM Norfolk International Airport | 6h33 | 8:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2255 · AA3263 | 2:29 PM Norfolk International Airport | 3h53 | 6:22 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2255 · AA2386 | 2:29 PM Norfolk International Airport | 5h31 | 8:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2255 · AA1450 | 2:29 PM Norfolk International Airport | 5h11 | 7:40 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2255 · AA1495 | 2:29 PM Norfolk International Airport | 6h07 | 8:36 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4023 | 3:00 PM Norfolk International Airport | 1h09 | 4:09 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5334 · UA2160 | 5:00 PM Norfolk International Airport | 5h54 | 10:54 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5019+ AA4749 | 5:22 PM Norfolk International Airport | 3h19 | 8:41 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4336 · AA4359 | 5:39 PM Norfolk International Airport | 5h52 | 11:31 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5338 | 5:42 PM Norfolk International Airport | 1h13 | 6:55 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3654 · UA4457 | 5:44 PM Norfolk International Airport | 4h09 | 9:53 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3654 · UA1784 | 5:44 PM Norfolk International Airport | 5h35 | 11:19 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5339+ AA1242 | 6:24 PM Norfolk International Airport | 5h46 | 12:10 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5339+ AA527 | 6:24 PM Norfolk International Airport | 3h56 | 10:20 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5339+ AA1269 | 6:24 PM Norfolk International Airport | 5h29 | 11:53 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1318+ AA5339 | 6:24 PM Norfolk International Airport | 5h50 | 12:14 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5549 · AA5339 | 6:24 PM Norfolk International Airport | 3h41 | 10:05 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4164+ AA4663 | 6:46 PM Norfolk International Airport | 5h47 | 12:33 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4810 | 7:59 PM Norfolk International Airport | 1h14 | 9:13 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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One of the world’s most visited natural history museums, known for dinosaur fossils, the Hope Diamond, and broad family-friendly exhibits.
Flagship Smithsonian museum covering aviation and spaceflight, with iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and major interactive exhibits.
Premier art museum with strong collections from the Middle Ages to modern art, plus sculpture garden and rotating exhibitions.
The city’s grand ceremonial park lined with Smithsonian museums, memorials, and iconic government buildings.
Historic neighborhood of cobblestone streets, waterfront walks, rowhouses, and some of Washington’s most photogenic corners.
Scenic waterside loop famous for cherry blossoms and views of major memorials, especially popular for sunrise and spring visits.
Washington’s signature sausage, usually smoky and spicy, served on a bun with chili, mustard, and onions. It is one of the city’s most iconic street foods.
A sweet-tangy sauce closely associated with Washington carryout culture, often paired with fried chicken wings and fries. It is a local comfort-food staple.
Steamed or picked blue crab from the nearby Chesapeake region is deeply tied to local food traditions. It is especially popular in warmer months.
Celebrated upscale restaurant with creative small plates and a warm, energetic atmosphere. It is one of Washington’s best-known modern dining destinations.
A classic, long-running Washington institution known for oysters, crab cakes, and traditional American fare in an elegant historic atmosphere.
Bustling brasserie known for polished French classics, strong brunch, and a stylish dining room that is popular with both locals and visitors.
Prices are high for hotels and dining, especially downtown. Free museums help balance daily costs.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC flights use the Norfolk International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Dulles International Airport. Use this guide to compare Norfolk, VA and Washington, DC airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Norfolk International Airport is 9 km from Norfolk city centre. Public transport options include:
Norfolk International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants in terminals, including fast food and sit-down options like Starbucks and Burger King
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located near baggage claim and ticketingas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Norfolk International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Norfolk International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Norfolk International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, such as DoubleTree by Hilton..
Ronald Reagan National Airport is 4 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Ronald Reagan National Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering American, Italian, and fast food options; top choices include Legal Sea Foods and Five Guys.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, near ticketingas and baggage claim.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ronald Reagan National Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels within walking distance, including the Crystal Gateway Marriott..
Dulles International Airport is 3 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Dulles International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants located in all concourses; options include fast food, cafes, and sit-down dining like Five Guys and Chipotle.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dulles International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dulles International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby include Washington Dulles Airport Marriott within walking distance..
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