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$159+ Cheap flights from Rochester, MN (RST) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — JFK
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (RST) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$298
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$333
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Cheapest flights from Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 10/712:30 pmRST - JFK
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/147:30 amJFK - RST
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 10/74:30 pmRST - JFK
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Tue 10/144:50 pmJFK - RST
2 stops7h 44mDelta
Deal found 6/10$304

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Rochester

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John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

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Price

RochesterNew York

RST - JFK

RSTJFK

Rochester

Tue 10/7

12:30 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

7:30 am-11:51 am

1 stop5h 21m

$298

RochesterNew York

RST - JFK

RSTJFK

Rochester

Tue 10/7

4:30 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

4:50 pm-11:34 pm

2 stops7h 44m

$304

RochesterNew York

RST - JFK

RSTJFK

Rochester

Mon 11/10

4:30 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$159

RochesterNew York

RST - JFK

RSTJFK

Rochester

Sun 8/3

5:20 pm-7:29 am

2 stops13h 09m

$228

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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.

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rochester to New York, such as 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

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Most people fly from Rochester (RST) if they book a flight from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl. On average, Rochester has 0 outbound flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day from 2 airlines. Rochester is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Rochester’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rochester, Minnesota to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, with prices starting at $298. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $304 round trip. American Airlines is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl 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, Minnesota to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$263Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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