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$233+ 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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — LAX
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/246:37 pm
RST
-
LAS
1 stop7h 48m
American Airlines
Tue 3/33:29 pm
LAS
-
RST
1 stop6h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/246:37 pm
RST
-
LAS
1 stop6h 21m
American Airlines
Tue 3/1011:39 am
LAS
-
RST
2 stops10h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 4/74:46 pm
RST
-
RNO
2 stops8h 49m
Delta
Tue 4/141:15 pm
RNO
-
RST
2 stops7h 28m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/266:37 pm
RST
-
LAX
1 stop8h 13m
American Airlines
Wed 3/48:40 am
LAX
-
RST
1 stop7h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 8/86:25 pm
RST
-
SAN
1 stop6h 58m
American Airlines
Wed 8/122:52 pm
SAN
-
RST
1 stop6h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/211:05 am
RST
-
SFO
1 stop8h 07m
United Airlines
Fri 5/810:55 pm
SFO
-
RST
1 stop9h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 3/116:36 pm
RST
-
LAS
1 stop7h 46m
American Airlines
Mon 3/1611:59 pm
LAS
-
RST
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$300
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 3/116:36 pm
RST
-
LAS
1 stop7h 46m
American Airlines
Tue 3/173:30 pm
LAS
-
RST
1 stop6h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Mon 2/236:37 pm
RST
-
SFO
1 stop7h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 3/211:35 pm
SFO
-
RST
2 stops9h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 4/126:00 am
RST
-
LAS
1 stop6h 56m
Delta
Thu 4/166:15 am
LAS
-
RST
1 stop7h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/206:37 pm
RST
-
LAS
1 stop7h 48m
American Airlines
Mon 2/2311:59 pm
LAS
-
RST
2 stops8h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 5/211:36 am
RST
-
SFO
2 stops11h 52m
American Airlines
Sat 5/910:06 am
SFO
-
RST
2 stops11h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$309

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 January 27, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$278
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$233
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$378
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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 January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to California that are best for you.

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Rochester

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RochesterReno

RST - RNO

RSTRNO

Rochester

Wed 4/8

4:46 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops8h 49m

Reno

Tue 4/14

1:15 pm-10:43 pm

2 stops7h 28m

$289

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Sat 2/21

4:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/27

1:31 am-11:02 am

1 stop7h 31m

$298

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Sat 5/2

11:05 am-5:12 pm

1 stop8h 07m

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

10:55 pm-10:12 am

1 stop9h 17m

$298

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Thu 2/26

6:37 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

3:28 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$298

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Wed 2/25

6:37 pm-12:50 am

1 stop8h 13m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/27

1:31 am-11:02 am

1 stop7h 31m

$298

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Thu 2/19

6:37 pm-12:50 am

1 stop8h 13m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

11:49 pm-10:42 am

1 stop8h 53m

$298

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Mon 2/23

6:37 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:30 pm-10:42 am

1 stop9h 12m

$298

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Sat 2/28

4:39 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

3:13 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$298

RochesterLas Vegas

RST - LAS

RSTLAS

Rochester

Mon 4/20

4:45 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 4/24

6:15 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$308

RochesterLas Vegas

RST - LAS

RSTLAS

Rochester

Mon 3/30

6:00 am-10:56 am

1 stop6h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/7

6:20 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$308

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Best time to book a flight from Rochester to California

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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 $165). 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.

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 January 27, 2026.
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
8,118 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,118 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,197 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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 $298, Delta can have you in California from Rochester, Minnesota in 8h 07m. There are 1612 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 - Long Beach Municipal.

  • 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 $165). 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.

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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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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