HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
California

$159+ Cheap flights from Rochester, MN (RST) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — LAX
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Rochester to California with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Rochester to California

Cheapest flights from Rochester to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:18 amRST - LAS
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2811:59 pmLAS - RST
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$363
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:00 amRST - SAN
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Tue 12/301:13 pmSAN - RST
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/13$393
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:20 amRST - LAS
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Tue 12/303:45 pmLAS - RST
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/14$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:20 amRST - LAS
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Wed 12/316:32 amLAS - RST
2 stops12h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/14$440
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:18 amRST - LAS
2 stops10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2911:59 pmLAS - RST
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$449
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/137:00 amRST - SAN
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Sun 12/211:13 pmSAN - RST
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/12$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:18 amRST - LAS
2 stops10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/308:08 pmLAS - RST
2 stops12h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$454
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/137:00 amRST - SAN
2 stops9h 12mDelta
Mon 12/221:13 pmSAN - RST
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/12$460
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:36 pmRST - LAS
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Sat 12/2710:17 amLAS - RST
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/14$460
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/137:00 amRST - SAN
2 stops9h 12mDelta
Sat 12/201:29 pmSAN - RST
2 stops7h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/12$465
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/136:45 amRST - LAS
2 stops11h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/1511:59 pmLAS - RST
2 stops10h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/137:00 amRST - SAN
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Wed 12/176:20 amSAN - RST
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/12$470

Find flight deals from Rochester to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rochester to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$278
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$468
Provider with most accurate pricing for Rochester-Los Angeles flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Rochester-Los Angeles flights.
Search Deals
From Rochester to California
Search Deals
One-way flight from Rochester to California
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Rochester

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Tue 1/20

4:39 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

12:40 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$288

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Tue 1/20

11:45 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

8:09 am-3:59 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$288

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Tue 1/20

11:36 am-5:44 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

9:00 am-10:22 pm

2 stops11h 22m

$294

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Thu 2/26

6:35 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

6:20 am-5:40 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$298

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Tue 2/3

4:39 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

6:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$298

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

Thu 1/22

6:01 am-1:08 pm

1 stop9h 07m

San Diego

Mon 1/26

1:58 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$298

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Tue 2/3

4:39 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$298

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Thu 2/5

4:39 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

8:09 am-3:59 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$298

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Thu 2/5

11:50 am-4:49 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

6:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$298

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Fri 2/6

11:50 am-4:49 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

6:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$298

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/14

Showing 1-10 of 52 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from Rochester to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Rochester with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Rochester to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to California (average of $79). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $160). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RST to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Rochester, Minnesota to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated December 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Rochester to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,052 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rochester to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Rochester to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Rochester, you will be flying from Rochester, which is the city’s only airport. Rochester (RST) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Rochester.

  • How long is the flight from Rochester, Minnesota to California?

    For as low as $288, Delta can have you in California from Rochester, Minnesota in 6h 39m. There are 1544 mi between Rochester, Minnesota and California. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rochester, Minnesota to California?

    The most popular route from Rochester, Minnesota to California is Rochester - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Rochester - San Diego or Rochester - Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rochester to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rochester to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rochester to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rochester to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rochester to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to California (average of $79). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $160). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Rochester to California

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Minneapolis to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Minneapolis to Orlando flights
Minneapolis to Las Vegas flights
Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Minneapolis to Miami flights
Minneapolis to Fort Myers flights
Minneapolis to Fort Lauderdale flights
Minneapolis to Tampa flights
Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights
Minneapolis to Denver flights
Minneapolis to John F Kennedy Intl flights
Minneapolis to San Diego flights
Minneapolis to LaGuardia flights
Minneapolis to Honolulu flights
Minneapolis to Hobby flights
Minneapolis to New Orleans flights
Minneapolis to Newark flights
Minneapolis to Atlanta flights
Minneapolis to George Bush Intcntl flights
Minneapolis to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway flights
Minneapolis to San Francisco flights
Minneapolis to Salt Lake City flights
Minneapolis to Seattle flights
Minneapolis to Ontario flights
Minneapolis to O'Hare Intl flights
Minneapolis to Sarasota flights
Minneapolis to Dulles Intl flights
Minneapolis to Tucson flights
Minneapolis to Austin flights
Minneapolis to Palm Springs flights
Minneapolis to Boston flights
Minneapolis to Midway flights
Minneapolis to Kahului flights
Minneapolis to Santa Ana flights
Minneapolis to Baltimore flights
Minneapolis to Nashville flights
Minneapolis to Charleston flights
Minneapolis to Portland flights
Minneapolis to Charlotte flights
Minneapolis to Detroit flights
Minneapolis to Reagan-National flights
Minneapolis to Lihue flights
Minneapolis to Love Field flights
Minneapolis to Kailua-Kona flights
Minneapolis to Savannah flights
Minneapolis to San Antonio flights
Minneapolis to West Palm Beach flights
Minneapolis to Philadelphia flights
Minneapolis to Jacksonville flights
Sioux Falls to Denver flights

Top 2 airlines flying from Rochester to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$266Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.