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$249+ Cheap flights from Rochester to Columbia (ROC - CAE)

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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — CAE
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Columbia

Cheapest flights from Rochester to Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/256:05 amROC - CAE
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/277:59 pmCAE - ROC
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:21 pmROC - CAE
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:20 amCAE - ROC
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:00 amROC - CAE
1 stop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:37 pmCAE - ROC
1 stop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$479
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/315:24 pmROC - CAE
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/35:07 amCAE - ROC
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:21 pmROC - CAE
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:20 amCAE - ROC
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/306:05 amROC - CAE
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:59 pmCAE - ROC
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$627
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amROC - CAE
2 stops7h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/276:20 amCAE - ROC
2 stops27h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$629

Find flight deals from Rochester to Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (ROC) to Columbia (CAE). 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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(Delta)

One-way from

$249
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$397
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester to Columbia 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to Columbia that are best for you.

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Rochester

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RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 2/6

6:15 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/9

6:59 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$269

RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 1/2

5:21 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 05m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 1/5

7:37 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$325

RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 1/6

5:07 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 1/10

8:17 am-3:35 pm

2 stops7h 18m

$336

RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 2/10

2:37 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$339

RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 2/6

6:00 am-4:26 pm

2 stops10h 26m

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 2/9

8:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$344

RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 3/7

3:47 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$249

RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 12/30

5:21 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 05m

$352

RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 12/29

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

$390

RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Sun 12/28

4:49 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$416

RochesterColumbia

ROC - CAE

ROCCAE

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 12/30

4:49 pm-12:07 am

2 stops7h 18m

$428

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Deals found on 12/21

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Compare providers for flights from Rochester to Columbia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rochester to Columbia in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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-Columbia flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Rochester-Columbia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rochester-Columbia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester-Columbia flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Columbia 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 Columbia

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Columbia (average of $63). Flying from Rochester to Columbia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $118). 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 CAE?

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester to Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Rochester to Columbia in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbia. 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 Columbia. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Rochester to Columbia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rochester to Columbia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Rochester to Columbia?

    For as low as $269, Delta can have you in Columbia from Rochester in 5h 30m. There are 660 mi between Rochester and Columbia. 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 Columbia round-trip?

    Delta, at $178, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rochester to Columbia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Columbia (average of $63). Flying from Rochester to Columbia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $118). 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 3 airlines flying from Rochester to Columbia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to Columbia. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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