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$263+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RST
Jul 29 — Aug 51
Wed 7/29
Wed 8/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Rochester

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Rochester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Rochester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 29, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Thu 7/97:20 pm
CMH
-
RST
1 stop4h 22m
Delta
Mon 7/134:44 pm
RST
-
CMH
1 stop5h 23m
Delta
Deal found 6/24$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sun 7/57:00 am
CMH
-
RST
1 stop4h 49m
Delta
Sat 7/115:15 am
RST
-
CMH
1 stop3h 47m
Delta
Deal found 6/29$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 10/2812:30 pm
CMH
-
RST
1 stop6h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 10/3110:47 am
RST
-
CMH
1 stop5h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28$428
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Thu 7/236:49 am
CMH
-
RST
1 stop4h 39m
American Airlines
Sun 7/265:46 am
RST
-
CMH
1 stop7h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24$521
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Sun 8/307:35 pm
CMH
-
RST
1 stop4h 10m
Delta
Wed 9/24:44 pm
RST
-
CMH
1 stop4h 54m
Delta
Deal found 6/26$526
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/142:45 pm
CMH
-
RST
1 stop4h 46m
American Airlines
Fri 7/175:46 am
RST
-
CMH
1 stop7h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/25$661

Find flight deals from Columbus to Rochester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Rochester (RST). 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 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$358
(Delta)

One-way from

$263
(American Airlines)

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 June 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Rochester that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusRochester

CMH - RST

CMHRST

Columbus

Thu 7/9

7:20 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Rochester

Mon 7/13

4:44 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$358

ColumbusRochester

CMH - RST

CMHRST

Columbus

Wed 10/28

12:30 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Rochester

Sat 10/31

10:47 am-5:02 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$428

ColumbusRochester

CMH - RST

CMHRST

Columbus

Thu 7/23

6:49 am-10:28 am

1 stop4h 39m

Rochester

Sun 7/26

5:46 am-2:03 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$521
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusRochester

CMH - RST

CMHRST

Columbus

Sun 8/30

7:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Rochester

Wed 9/2

4:44 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$526

ColumbusRochester

CMH - RST

CMHRST

Columbus

Tue 7/14

8:15 am-4:04 pm

2 stops8h 49m

Rochester

Fri 7/17

5:15 am-10:02 am

1 stop3h 47m

$667
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

ColumbusRochester

CMH - RST

CMHRST

Columbus

Thu 7/23

5:30 am-10:28 am

1 stop5h 58m

$263

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Reviews of airlines servicing Rochester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rochester. 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 Rochester. Reviews last updated June 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Rochester, such as Delta and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,449 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

BDL - MSP

The seats were wayyyy too small! If you are a larger person buying 2 seats would not work as arm rests do not go up
Delta
7.8
Good
8,449 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,449 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

BDL - MSP

The seats were wayyyy too small! If you are a larger person buying 2 seats would not work as arm rests do not go up
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,768 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,449 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

BDL - MSP

The seats were wayyyy too small! If you are a larger person buying 2 seats would not work as arm rests do not go up

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    For a flight from Columbus to Rochester, you will be flying into Rochester. Rochester (RST) is just 7.0 mi from the center of the city. Rochester is the only Rochester airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 2 airlines have flights to Rochester from Columbus on a regular basis.

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

    A quick flight from Columbus to Rochester, Minnesota can take about 4h 22m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $358. Columbus and Rochester, Minnesota are separated by a distance of 562 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 Columbus to Rochester, Minnesota round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Rochester, Minnesota, with prices starting at $258. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $298 round trip. Delta is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Columbus to Rochester

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 June 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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