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$183+ Cheap flights from California to Rochester, MN (RST)

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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RST
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Mon 2/23
Mon 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Rochester

Cheapest flights from California to Rochester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Rochester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 24, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/103:30 pm
LAS
-
RST
1 stop6h 18m
American Airlines
Tue 3/176:36 pm
RST
-
LAS
1 stop7h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 4/243:07 pm
SAN
-
RST
1 stop6h 49m
American Airlines
Tue 4/286:33 pm
RST
-
SAN
1 stop6h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/22$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/193:23 pm
SNA
-
RST
1 stop6h 25m
American Airlines
Mon 2/235:00 am
RST
-
SNA
1 stop7h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Thu 4/93:01 pm
LAX
-
RST
1 stop6h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 4/1111:36 am
RST
-
LAX
1 stop9h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/22$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/183:13 pm
SFO
-
RST
1 stop6h 35m
American Airlines
Mon 3/236:36 pm
RST
-
SFO
1 stop7h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Mon 2/911:59 pm
LAX
-
RST
1 stop9h 07m
American Airlines
Wed 2/186:37 pm
RST
-
LAX
1 stop8h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/23$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Wed 3/1811:40 am
SJC
-
RST
2 stops9h 02m
Delta
Mon 3/234:46 pm
RST
-
SJC
1 stop5h 38m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/193:19 pm
SAN
-
RST
1 stop6h 29m
American Airlines
Sun 2/225:00 am
RST
-
SAN
2 stops10h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/23$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 2/610:49 pm
LAS
-
RST
2 stops10h 17m
American Airlines
Tue 2/1011:36 am
RST
-
LAS
2 stops12h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/22$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Thu 2/196:15 am
SAN
-
RST
1 stop7h 37m
Delta
Sun 2/226:30 am
RST
-
SAN
1 stop6h 20m
Delta
Deal found 1/23$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/63:20 pm
LAX
-
RST
1 stop5h 28m
Delta
Tue 2/104:39 pm
RST
-
LAX
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
Deal found 1/22$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/711:45 am
SJC
-
RST
2 stops9h 03m
Delta
Sun 2/84:52 pm
RST
-
SJC
1 stop6h 30m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$354

Find flight deals from California to Rochester

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Rochester flight deals. Data was last updated January 24, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$183
(Delta)

Popular in

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June

Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Rochester 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 January 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Rochester that are best for you.

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California

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Rochester

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasRochester

LAS - RST

LASRST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/10

3:30 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Rochester

Tue 3/17

6:36 pm-12:22 am

1 stop7h 46m

$281

San DiegoRochester

SAN - RST

SANRST

San Diego

Fri 4/24

3:07 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Rochester

Tue 4/28

6:33 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$298

Santa AnaRochester

SNA - RST

SNARST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/19

3:23 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Rochester

Mon 2/23

5:00 am-10:51 am

1 stop7h 51m

$298

Santa AnaRochester

SNA - RST

SNARST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/10

9:20 pm-10:46 am

2 stops11h 26m

Rochester

Fri 7/17

7:00 am-12:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$304

Los AngelesRochester

LAX - RST

LAXRST

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

3:01 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Rochester

Sat 4/11

11:36 am-7:02 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$319

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

3:13 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Rochester

Mon 3/23

6:36 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$321

Los AngelesRochester

LAX - RST

LAXRST

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

11:59 pm-11:06 am

1 stop9h 07m

Rochester

Wed 2/18

6:37 pm-12:50 am

1 stop8h 13m

$323

San JoseRochester

SJC - RST

SJCRST

San Jose

Wed 3/18

11:40 am-10:42 pm

2 stops9h 02m

Rochester

Mon 3/23

4:46 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$329

San JoseRochester

SJC - RST

SJCRST

San Jose

Wed 3/18

11:40 am-10:42 pm

2 stops9h 02m

Rochester

Tue 3/24

4:46 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$329

San DiegoRochester

SAN - RST

SANRST

San Diego

Thu 2/19

3:19 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Rochester

Sun 2/22

5:00 am-1:23 pm

2 stops10h 23m

$329

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Rochester, Minnesota?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rochester, Minnesota (average of $59). Flying from California to Rochester, Minnesota in October is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rochester from California?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Rochester (RST) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rochester from California.

  • How long is the flight from California to Rochester, Minnesota?

    American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from California to Rochester, Minnesota in just under 6h 18m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1309 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Rochester, Minnesota?

    When deciding which route to take from California to Rochester, Minnesota consider Los Angeles - Rochester, San Diego - Rochester or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - Rochester as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Rochester 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 California to Rochester, Minnesota?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rochester, Minnesota (average of $59). Flying from California to Rochester, Minnesota in October is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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 California to Rochester

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from California to Rochester. 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 January 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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