Cheap flights from Rochester (RST) to Chicago (CHI) from $260
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 10/1. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
How to find the cheapest flight from Rochester (RST) to Chicago (CHI)
All the information you need to plan the best RST to CHI flight in 2023: compare Rochester to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.
Popular in | October |
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Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $720 |
Round-trip from | $207 |
RST - CHI Price | $207 - $364 |
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CHI Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI Rainfall | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Rochester to Chicago?
Departing on a Sunday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 51% when planning your travel around this day of the week.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester to Chicago?
Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in October. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Rochester in April are about $469 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $141.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Rochester to Chicago (RST - CHI)?
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 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
Cheap American Airlines flights from Rochester to Chicago
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights heading from Rochester to Chicago. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Cheap Delta flights from Rochester to Chicago
Some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found at this time heading from Rochester to Chicago. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Cheap Rochester to Chicago flights in October & November 2023
The best prices found for RST to CHI flights for October, November
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Rochester to Chicago in October and November 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Rochester to Chicago 2023 flight deals
Cheap flights to Chicago from Rochester found for this year
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Rochester to Chicago in October and November 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Non-stop flights to Chicago from Rochester
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Rochester to Chicago flights leaving soon
Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Rochester, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Chicago from Rochester
The cheapest one-way flights from Rochester to Chicago
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Depart
Return
Price
RochesterChicago O'Hare Intl
RST - ORD
RSTORD
Rochester
Tue 10/31
Nonstop1h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/7
Nonstop1h 24m
RochesterChicago O'Hare Intl
RST - ORD
RSTORD
Rochester
Tue 10/31
1 stop3h 12m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/7
1 stop6h 15m
RochesterChicago Midway
RST - MDW
RSTMDW
Rochester
Tue 10/31
1 stop5h 28m
Chicago Midway
Tue 11/7
1 stop5h 56m
RochesterChicago O'Hare Intl
RST - ORD
RSTORD
Rochester
Tue 10/31
2 stops10h 52m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/7
1 stop3h 06m
RochesterChicago Midway
RST - MDW
RSTMDW
Rochester
Tue 10/31
1 stop5h 28m
Chicago Midway
Tue 11/7
2 stops10h 13m
RochesterChicago O'Hare Intl
RST - ORD
RSTORD
Rochester
Tue 1/16
Nonstop1h 16m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 1/30
Nonstop1h 13m
RochesterChicago O'Hare Intl
RST - ORD
RSTORD
Rochester
Tue 10/31
2 stops10h 52m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/7
2 stops9h 48m
RochesterChicago O'Hare Intl
RST - ORD
RSTORD
Rochester
Fri 10/27
Nonstop1h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 10/29
Nonstop1h 20m
RochesterChicago Midway
RST - MDW
RSTMDW
Rochester
Mon 10/30
2 stops11h 01m
Chicago Midway
Mon 11/6
2 stops8h 09m
Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago
To help decide which airline to fly from Rochester to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines and Delta. 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.
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Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
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Overall
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Comfort
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Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Food
Reviews
Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
Boarding
Entertainment
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Food
Reviews
Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Rochester to Chicago flights.
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 6 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 1 airline has flights to Chicago from Rochester on a regular basis.
Can I find flights from Rochester to Chicago for under $400 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Rochester to Chicago for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $320, but on average you can expect to pay $372.
Are there nonstop flights from Rochester to Chicago for under $400 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 15 direct flights from Rochester to Chicago under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Rochester to Chicago is less than $461.
Are there last-minute flights available from Rochester to Chicago for under $500?
There are currently 14+ open flights from Rochester to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $500.
What days are nonstop flights available from Rochester to Chicago?
Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday.
How many flights depart from Rochester to Chicago on average per day?
Travelers can expect 8 flights from Rochester to Chicago on average per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 13% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 13% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 75% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Rochester to Chicago?
American Airlines and Delta can get you from Rochester to Chicago in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 47m. Rochester and Chicago are separated by a distance of 269 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rochester to Chicago round-trip?
Currently priced at $320, 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 $338. American Airlines is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rochester to Chicago one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rochester to Chicago are American Airlines ($260), Delta ($269), and Spirit Airlines ($448).
What are the most reliable airlines from Rochester to Chicago?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Rochester to Chicago are Envoy Air (100%), Piedmont Airlines (86%) and Qatar Airways (80%).
What are the cheapest flights from Rochester to Chicago?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Rochester to Chicago? While on average our users pay $439, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $145. The most popular route (Rochester - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $338.
What does RST to ORD mean?
These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Rochester Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RST to ORD flight. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).
Other flights from Rochester
Top airline flying from Rochester to Chicago
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Rochester to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Rochester to Chicago
See what time of day planes typically take off from Rochester to Chicago
| 17%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 29%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 54%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 0%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Rochester to Chicago
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Rochester to Chicago
| Sunday | 7daily flights |
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| Monday | 7daily flights |
| Tuesday | 5daily flights |
| Wednesday | 5daily flights |
| Thursday | 7daily flights |
| Friday | 7daily flights |
| Saturday | 7daily flights |
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