How long is the flight from Rochester to Chicago?

United Airlines, Southwest, and JetBlue can get you from Rochester to Chicago in just under 1h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 21m. Rochester and Chicago are separated by a distance of 521 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 $198, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $214 and $287, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Rochester to Chicago?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rochester to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Rochester to Chicago?

The cheapest flight price from Rochester to Chicago is $125. On average you can expect to pay $879. The most popular route, (Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $117.

What are the most reliable airlines from Rochester to Chicago?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Rochester to Chicago are Japan Airlines (89%), Qatar Airways (85%) and SkyWest Airlines (83%).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Rochester to Chicago?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Wednesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Rochester to Chicago?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 22 days in advance to save up to 41% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 22 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Rochester to Chicago 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $309, or $477 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester to Chicago?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Chicago from Rochester average $333. You can even find prices in January for less than $333, as users have found deals to Chicago from as low as $209. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chicago from Rochester. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 11%.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Rochester to Chicago?

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl (ROC), located 3.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Rochester to Chicago. 3 airlines have flights from Greater Rochester Intl to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 24 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

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?

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rochester to Chicago?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Rochester to Chicago flights typically cost between $239 and $409 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $219 on United Airlines (Oct 3-Oct 5).

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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 September 14, 2025.

Fri 10/35:47 pmROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/56:20 pmORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$219

Tue 12/24:05 pmROC - ORD

1 stop6h 47mJetBlue

Mon 12/87:00 amORD - ROC

1 stop7h 10mJetBlue

Deal found 9/14

$220

Sat 10/43:00 pmROC - ORD

1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/56:20 pmORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$222

Fri 10/316:30 amROC - MDW

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Sun 11/27:30 pmMDW - ROC

Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$223

Fri 9/266:57 pmROC - ORD

2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/305:46 pmORD - ROC

1 stop16h 14mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$225

Wed 10/17:55 pmROC - ORD

1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/56:20 pmORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$229

Fri 10/3111:56 amROC - ORD

1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines

Sun 11/29:07 pmORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$232

Sat 10/46:30 amROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/117:25 amORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$234

Thu 10/231:38 pmROC - ORD

1 stop8h 13mJetBlue

Mon 10/276:45 amORD - ROC

1 stop7h 25mJetBlue

Deal found 9/14

$237

Sat 10/411:40 amROC - ORD

1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/611:36 amORD - ROC

1 stop5h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$238

Thu 10/21:47 pmROC - ORD

1 stop27h 25mSpirit Airlines

Tue 10/146:58 pmORD - ROC

1 stop22h 00mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$240

Mon 11/176:57 pmROC - ORD

1 stop5h 31mMultiple Airlines

Fri 11/2110:00 amORD - ROC

1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$241

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Fri 10/35:47 pmROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/56:20 pmORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$219

Fri 10/316:30 amROC - MDW

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Sun 11/27:30 pmMDW - ROC

Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$223

Tue 3/31:15 pmROC - MDW

1 stop6h 19mDelta

Wed 3/49:30 amMDW - ROC

1 stop5h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/12

$264

Mon 9/291:38 pmROC - ORD

1 stop8h 11mJetBlue

Tue 9/306:45 amORD - ROC

1 stop4h 40mJetBlue

Deal found 9/12

$276

Tue 12/26:21 pmROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines

Mon 12/811:03 amORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 52mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$311

Wed 2/186:10 amROC - MDW

Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest

Tue 2/249:55 amMDW - ROC

2 stops11h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$236

Sat 10/116:30 amROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines

Tue 10/147:25 amORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$269

Fri 10/36:30 amROC - MDW

1 stop3h 10mDelta

Sun 10/56:00 amMDW - ROC

1 stop5h 06mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$271

Sat 10/2511:55 amROC - MDW

2 stops9h 55mSouthwest

Tue 10/287:55 amMDW - ROC

1 stop3h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$249

Mon 9/295:47 pmROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines

Tue 9/307:25 amORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$277

Fri 1/1612:45 pmROC - MDW

2 stops9h 55mSouthwest

Mon 1/196:10 pmMDW - ROC

Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$252

Sat 9/276:30 amROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines

Tue 9/307:25 amORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$277

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Fri 9/266:57 pmROC - ORD

2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/305:46 pmORD - ROC

1 stop16h 14mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$225

Wed 10/17:55 pmROC - ORD

1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/56:20 pmORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$229

Thu 10/21:47 pmROC - ORD

1 stop27h 25mSpirit Airlines

Tue 10/146:58 pmORD - ROC

1 stop22h 00mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$240

Fri 10/35:47 pmROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/56:20 pmORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$219

Sat 10/43:00 pmROC - ORD

1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines

Sun 10/56:20 pmORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$222

Sat 10/46:30 amROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/117:25 amORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$234

Sat 10/411:40 amROC - ORD

1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/611:36 amORD - ROC

1 stop5h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$238

Sat 10/1111:40 amROC - ORD

1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/146:58 pmORD - ROC

1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$244

Thu 10/231:38 pmROC - ORD

1 stop8h 13mJetBlue

Mon 10/276:45 amORD - ROC

1 stop7h 25mJetBlue

Deal found 9/14

$237

Fri 10/316:30 amROC - MDW

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Sun 11/27:30 pmMDW - ROC

Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$223

Fri 10/3111:56 amROC - ORD

1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines

Sun 11/29:07 pmORD - ROC

Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$232

Fri 10/316:57 pmROC - ORD

1 stop5h 31mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/26:54 pmORD - ROC

2 stops22h 23mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$243

One-way flights from Rochester to Chicago
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Wed 10/156:45 pmROC - MDW

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$59

Tue 10/284:20 pmROC - MDW

1 stop5h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$69

Fri 10/176:30 amROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$75

Thu 10/237:55 amROC - MDW

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$75

Thu 10/3010:35 amROC - ORD

1 stop13h 54mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$79

Tue 1/206:10 amROC - MDW

Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$83

Tue 10/147:55 pmROC - ORD

1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$85

Fri 11/145:35 pmROC - MDW

1 stop6h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$85

Sun 11/161:10 pmROC - MDW

2 stops8h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$90

Tue 1/133:40 pmROC - MDW

1 stop4h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 9/12

$93

Wed 12/106:30 amROC - ORD

Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/12

$94

Fri 10/178:00 amROC - ORD

1 stop11h 46mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$95

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Return

Price

RochesterChicago

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 10/3

5:47 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

6:20 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$219

RochesterChicago

ROC - MDW

ROCMDW

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 10/31

6:30 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sun 11/2

7:30 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$223

RochesterChicago

ROC - MDW

ROCMDW

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 2/18

6:10 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/24

9:55 am-9:55 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$236

RochesterChicago

ROC - MDW

ROCMDW

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 10/25

11:55 am-8:50 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/28

7:55 am-12:35 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$249

RochesterChicago

ROC - MDW

ROCMDW

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 1/16

12:45 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/19

6:10 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$252

RochesterChicago

ROC - MDW

ROCMDW

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 10/25

11:55 am-6:35 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/29

12:35 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$259

RochesterChicago

ROC - MDW

ROCMDW

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 3/3

1:15 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/4

9:30 am-3:34 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$264

RochesterChicago

ROC - MDW

ROCMDW

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 11/15

12:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 11/16

7:30 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$264

RochesterChicago

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 10/25

8:10 am-10:00 pm

2 stops14h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/29

1:50 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$265

RochesterChicago

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 10/11

6:30 am-7:37 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

7:25 am-10:19 am

Nonstop1h 54m

$269

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Rochester to Chicago?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Rochester to Chicago, you should look to book at least 68 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 ROC to CHI?

It’s typically best to fly out from Rochester to Chicago in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Rochester to Chicago

The most flights from ROC to CHI are scheduled on a Sunday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

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Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,245 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,245 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,245 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,956 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,245 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,245 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,245 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Rochester to Chicago?
Rochester Greater Rochester Intl (ROC), located 3.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Rochester to Chicago. 3 airlines have flights from Greater Rochester Intl to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 24 outbound flights to Chicago per day.
How long is the flight from Rochester to Chicago?
United Airlines, Southwest, and JetBlue can get you from Rochester to Chicago in just under 1h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 21m. Rochester and Chicago are separated by a distance of 521 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 $198, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $214 and $287, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 40% 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 Japan Airlines (89%), Qatar Airways (85%) and SkyWest Airlines (83%).
What are the cheapest flights from Rochester to Chicago?
The cheapest flight price from Rochester to Chicago is $125. On average you can expect to pay $879. The most popular route, (Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $117.
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?
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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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American Airlines	Cheapest$198	Average$351	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$214	Average$344	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$287	Average$378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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