ORF (Norfolk) to IAD (Washington) flights arrive on time 89% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.ORF → IAD
ORF (Norfolk) to IAD (Washington)
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This route is usually on time. About 89% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — United Airlines leads slightly at 89% vs Republic Airways at 87%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 89% on time; Republic Airways trails at 87%.
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Good to know
Departing from ORF
78% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ORF has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~11 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
ORF cancels 2.3% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at IAD
82% on timeWhen flights into IAD are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IAD: TSA is ~8 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.