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$170+ Cheap flights from Rochester (RST) to Chicago (CHI)

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — CHI
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (RST) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$170
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$586

Good round-trip deal

$323 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Cheapest flights from Rochester to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 6/111:24 pmRST - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/183:47 pmORD - RST
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/217:00 amRST - ORD
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Wed 6/255:41 pmORD - RST
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 5/12$328
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/217:00 amRST - MDW
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Tue 6/247:21 pmMDW - RST
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/12$328

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to Chicago that are best for you.

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Rochester

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

RochesterChicago

RST - ORD

RSTORD

Rochester

Wed 6/11

1:24 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/18

3:47 pm-5:09 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$309

RochesterChicago

RST - ORD

RSTORD

Rochester

Sat 6/21

11:37 am-3:03 pm

1 stop3h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/28

5:37 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$328

RochesterChicago

RST - MDW

RSTMDW

Rochester

Sat 6/21

7:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/25

7:21 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$328

RochesterChicago

RST - ORD

RSTORD

Rochester

Sat 7/12

6:02 am-7:22 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$170

RochesterChicago

RST - ORD

RSTORD

Rochester

Sat 7/12

7:00 am-12:50 pm

2 stops5h 50m

$185

RochesterChicago

RST - MDW

RSTMDW

Rochester

Wed 5/21

11:31 am-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$354

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Deals found on 5/11

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rochester to Chicago in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rochester-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rochester-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rochester-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Rochester to Chicago

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Rochester to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Rochester to Chicago in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 1% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Rochester to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Rochester to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

The most flights from RST to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated May 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Rochester to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Delta and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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 Chicago. 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 Chicago?

    For a flight from Rochester to Chicago, you will be flying from Rochester. Rochester (RST) is just 7.0 mi from the center of the city. Rochester is the only Rochester airport and it handles 9 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 2 airlines have flights to Chicago from Rochester on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rochester to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $309, American Airlines will fly you from Rochester to Chicago and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $328. American Airlines is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rochester to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Rochester to Chicago are Piedmont Airlines (82%), American Airlines (76%) and SkyWest Airlines (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rochester to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Rochester to Chicago? While on average our users pay $577, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $114. The most popular route (Rochester - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $328.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to Chicago 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 to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Rochester to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to Chicago. 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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