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$124+ 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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — LAX
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rochester to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$228
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$124
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$413
From Rochester to California
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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 July 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 11/1811:15 amRST - LAS
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Wed 11/266:25 amLAS - RST
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 7/27$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/76:00 amRST - LAS
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/1111:52 amLAS - RST
2 stops9h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/77:00 amRST - SFO
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Tue 10/1412:50 amSFO - RST
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 7/28$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/2112:48 pmRST - SFO
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/246:30 amSFO - RST
2 stops9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 8/297:00 amRST - LAX
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Mon 9/16:15 amLAX - RST
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Deal found 7/28$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/296:25 pmRST - LAX
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:00 amLAX - RST
2 stops10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/211:49 amRST - SAN
2 stops12h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/48:18 amSAN - RST
2 stops10h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 10/26:14 pmRST - SAN
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Sat 10/49:59 amSAN - RST
2 stops8h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/30$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/86:00 amRST - SNA
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/177:55 amSNA - RST
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$418
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 10/411:25 amRST - LGB
2 stops12h 11mDelta
Tue 10/71:04 pmLGB - RST
2 stops8h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/27$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/126:05 amRST - PSP
2 stops12h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/1512:50 pmPSP - RST
2 stops8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$479
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/3012:48 pmRST - BFL
2 stops10h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:00 amBFL - RST
2 stops10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$513

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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

RochesterLas Vegas

RST - LAS

RSTLAS

Rochester

Tue 11/18

11:15 am-4:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/26

6:25 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$228

RochesterLas Vegas

RST - LAS

RSTLAS

Rochester

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-10:12 am

1 stop6h 12m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/11

11:52 am-11:49 pm

2 stops9h 57m

$234

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Tue 10/7

11:26 am-5:24 pm

1 stop7h 58m

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

3:23 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$328

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Thu 8/21

12:48 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

6:30 am-5:55 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$334

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Fri 8/29

7:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop6h 52m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

6:15 am-4:19 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$368

RochesterLos Angeles

RST - LAX

RSTLAX

Rochester

Fri 8/29

6:25 pm-12:26 am

1 stop8h 01m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-6:11 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$374

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

Thu 10/2

11:49 am-9:52 pm

2 stops12h 03m

San Diego

Sat 10/4

8:18 am-8:59 pm

2 stops10h 41m

$399

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

Thu 10/2

6:14 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 28m

San Diego

Sat 10/4

9:59 am-8:54 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$414

RochesterSanta Ana

RST - SNA

RSTSNA

Rochester

Wed 10/8

6:00 am-10:48 am

1 stop6h 48m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/17

7:55 am-5:38 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$418

RochesterLong Beach

RST - LGB

RSTLGB

Rochester

Sat 10/4

11:25 am-9:36 pm

2 stops12h 11m

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 10/7

1:04 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$453

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Rochester to California

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to California (average of $246). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 July 30, 2025.

When flying from Rochester, Minnesota to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 July 30, 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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.

  • 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 - Los Angeles or Rochester - San Diego.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to California (average of $246). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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