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$313+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Rochester, MN (SFO - 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RST
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Rochester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$327
(Delta)

One-way from

$313
(Delta)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

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Average price

$1,362
From San Francisco to Rochester
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Rochester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/3012:35 amSFO - RST
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Sat 11/87:00 amRST - SFO
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Deal found 9/17$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/2011:58 pmSFO - RST
2 stops10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/2712:46 pmRST - SFO
1 stop9h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/3012:50 amSFO - RST
2 stops9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/812:36 pmRST - SFO
1 stop10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/159:15 amSFO - RST
2 stops12h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/186:30 amRST - SFO
2 stops14h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$504
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/3012:50 amSFO - RST
2 stops9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/25:00 amRST - SFO
2 stops13h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$507

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Rochester that are best for you.

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SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

12:35 am-10:54 am

1 stop8h 19m

Rochester

Sat 11/8

12:26 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$327

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

12:35 am-10:54 am

1 stop8h 19m

Rochester

Sun 11/2

11:26 am-5:24 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$327

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

12:50 am-12:15 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Rochester

Sat 11/8

12:36 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$431

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

9:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops12h 44m

Rochester

Thu 12/18

6:30 am-6:34 pm

2 stops14h 04m

$504

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Sat 10/18

12:35 am-10:46 am

1 stop8h 11m

$313

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

12:35 am-10:46 am

1 stop8h 11m

$313

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

12:35 am-10:56 am

1 stop8h 21m

$313

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-5:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$423

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

12:45 am-10:45 am

1 stop8h 00m

$423

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

6:10 am-5:38 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$454

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Rochester

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Rochester

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota (average of $395). Flying from San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $447). 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 SFO to RST?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Rochester. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from San Francisco to Rochester have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Rochester. 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 San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota?

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota can take about 8h 19m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $327. The distance from San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota is about 1612 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota round-trip?

    Delta, at $288, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. Delta is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Rochester?

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota (average of $395). Flying from San Francisco to Rochester, Minnesota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $447). 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 San Francisco to Rochester

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$301Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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