Cheap flights from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago (CHI) from $67

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 10/1. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
ROC — CHI
Oct 7 — Oct 141

The best prices from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Chicago are usually found in October or January, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best ROC to CHI flight in 2023: compare Rochester to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$160
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 8% potential price drop
From Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Chicago (CHI)

ROC - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

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

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Friday, 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, New York to Chicago?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 38 days in advance to save up to 50% 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 38 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, New York to Chicago 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $359, or $474 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester, New York to Chicago?

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Chicago from Rochester, New York average $302. You can even find prices in October for less than $302, as users have found deals to Chicago from as low as $245. The month of November appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chicago from Rochester, New York. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 8%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rochester, New York to Chicago (ROC - CHI)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Rochester, New York to Chicago in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Rochester to Chicago

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Cheap Rochester to Chicago flights in October & November 2023

The best prices found for ROC to CHI flights for October, November
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Rochester to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Rochester found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Chicago from Rochester

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One-way flights to Chicago from Rochester

The cheapest one-way flights from Rochester to Chicago
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$124 - $318

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 10/17

2 stops9h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/24

2 stops18h 52m

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 10/17

3 stops29h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/24

2 stops18h 52m

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 10/17

1 stop7h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/24

2 stops18h 52m

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlChicago Midway

ROC - MDW

ROCMDW

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 11/11

1 stop7h 19m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/15

2 stops9h 01m

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlChicago Midway

ROC - MDW

ROCMDW

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 10/20

1 stop8h 54m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/23

1 stop17h 20m

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 10/25

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/1

Nonstop1h 43m

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 11/15

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/19

Nonstop1h 47m

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 12/21

1 stop7h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/16

1 stop6h 59m

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

ROC - ORD

ROCORD

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 1/12

1 stop5h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/15

1 stop4h 39m

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 10/1

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rochester to Chicago, such as American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No A/C bad landing by pilot kinda scary. Not because of weather

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No A/C bad landing by pilot kinda scary. Not because of weather

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No A/C bad landing by pilot kinda scary. Not because of weather

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No A/C bad landing by pilot kinda scary. Not because of weather

JetBlue
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No A/C bad landing by pilot kinda scary. Not because of weather

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,486 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No A/C bad landing by pilot kinda scary. Not because of weather

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?

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. 2 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 17 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

Can I find flights from Rochester, New York to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Rochester, New York to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $124, but on average you can expect to pay $183.

Are there nonstop flights from Rochester, New York to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Rochester, New York to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Rochester, New York to Chicago is less than $340.

Are there last-minute flights available from Rochester, New York to Chicago for under $300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Rochester, New York to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

What days are nonstop flights available from Rochester, New York to Chicago?

Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Rochester, New York to Chicago on average per day?

29 flight departures from Rochester, New York to Chicago per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 62% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 28% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 10% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Rochester, New York to Chicago?

Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from Rochester, New York to Chicago in about 9h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Rochester, New York and Chicago are separated by a distance of 529 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rochester, New York to Chicago round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Rochester, New York to Chicago is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $124 on this airline. You may be able to fly from Rochester, New York to Chicago for 58% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rochester, New York to Chicago are Spirit Airlines ($67), American Airlines ($130), and United Airlines ($160).

What are the most reliable airlines from Rochester, New York to Chicago?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Rochester, New York to Chicago are Finnair (83%), SkyWest Airlines (82%) and Japan Airlines (82%).

What are the cheapest flights from Rochester, New York to Chicago?

The cheapest flight price from Rochester, New York to Chicago is $108. On average you can expect to pay $1,071. The most popular route, (Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $124.

What does ROC to ORD mean?

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl Airport is ROC and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Top 2 airlines 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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$166Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$171Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Rochester to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Rochester to Chicago
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
36%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
58%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
5%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Rochester to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Rochester to Chicago
Sunday9daily flights
Monday22daily flights
Tuesday16daily flights
Wednesday20daily flights
Thursday19daily flights
Friday20daily flights
Saturday16daily flights

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