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$104+ Cheap flights from Rochester, NY (ROC) 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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — LAX
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$221
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$104
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$421
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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 March 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Tue 4/86:19 pmROC - SAN
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/229:45 pmSAN - ROC
1 stop10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Mon 4/74:25 pmROC - ONT
2 stops10h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/137:25 pmONT - ROC
2 stops12h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/13$221
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 4/811:39 amROC - BUR
2 stops12h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/157:08 pmBUR - ROC
2 stops12h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/11$221
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/315:40 pmROC - LAS
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Wed 4/211:30 pmLAS - ROC
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/12$252
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/212:14 pmROC - LAS
3 stops21h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/81:07 amLAS - ROC
2 stops40h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/12$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Tue 9/95:34 pmROC - RNO
2 stops9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/127:31 pmRNO - ROC
2 stops12h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/13$258
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/612:14 pmROC - SAN
2 stops22h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/99:08 pmSAN - ROC
2 stops10h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/13$261
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2211:46 amROC - SJC
2 stops25h 26mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/3011:07 amSJC - ROC
2 stops30h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/12$262
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/712:14 pmROC - BUR
2 stops22h 11mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/146:10 pmBUR - ROC
2 stops13h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/12$267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/123:30 pmROC - LAS
1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1212:33 amLAS - ROC
2 stops14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$267
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/61:06 pmROC - BUR
1 stop10h 27mJetBlue
Sun 5/119:30 pmBUR - ROC
1 stop11h 37mJetBlue
Deal found 3/12$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Mon 5/266:15 pmROC - LAS
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Thu 5/291:18 pmLAS - ROC
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/13$277

Find flights from Rochester to California within your budget

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 March 14, 2025.

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Rochester

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California

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RochesterOntario

ROC - ONT

ROCONT

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 4/7

4:25 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Ontario

Tue 5/13

7:25 pm-10:42 am

2 stops12h 17m

$221

RochesterBurbank

ROC - BUR

ROCBUR

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 4/8

11:39 am-9:07 pm

2 stops12h 28m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 4/15

7:08 pm-11:00 am

2 stops12h 52m

$221

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 4/8

12:43 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop9h 08m

San Diego

Tue 4/22

9:45 pm-10:59 am

1 stop10h 14m

$237

RochesterLas Vegas

ROC - LAS

ROCLAS

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 3/31

5:20 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/1

12:59 am-1:12 pm

2 stops9h 13m

$252

RochesterLas Vegas

ROC - LAS

ROCLAS

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 5/3

4:25 pm-12:59 am

1 stop11h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/6

12:33 am-5:48 pm

2 stops14h 15m

$258

RochesterReno

ROC - RNO

ROCRNO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 9/9

5:34 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Reno

Fri 9/12

7:31 pm-10:48 am

2 stops12h 17m

$258

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sun 4/6

12:14 pm-7:41 am

2 stops22h 27m

San Diego

Wed 4/9

9:08 pm-10:51 am

2 stops10h 43m

$261

RochesterSan Jose

ROC - SJC

ROCSJC

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 4/22

11:46 am-10:12 am

2 stops25h 26m

San Jose

Wed 4/30

11:07 am-8:10 pm

2 stops30h 03m

$262

RochesterBurbank

ROC - BUR

ROCBUR

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 4/7

12:14 pm-7:25 am

2 stops22h 11m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 4/14

6:10 pm-10:51 am

2 stops13h 41m

$267

RochesterBurbank

ROC - BUR

ROCBUR

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 5/6

1:06 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop10h 27m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 5/11

9:30 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$271

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Travel insights for flights from Rochester to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Rochester to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, New York to California (average of $246). Flying from Rochester, New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 ROC 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 March 14, 2025.

When flying from Rochester, New York 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.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 March 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Rochester to California to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,735 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,623 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,953 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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?

    Located just 3.8 mi from the city center, Rochester Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Rochester.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rochester, New York to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $104. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Rochester, New York to California for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Rochester, New York to California consider Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Los Angeles or Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - San Diego as they are the most popular.

  • 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, New York to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, New York to California (average of $246). Flying from Rochester, New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 5 airlines flying from Rochester to California

Discover the top 5 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 March 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$148Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$247Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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