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$140+ 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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RST
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Rochester

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Rochester flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$248
(Delta)

One-way from

$140
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$312
From California to Rochester
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/176:25 amLAS - RST
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Sat 9/2012:40 pmRST - LAS
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/11$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/1710:00 amLAS - RST
2 stops8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/204:00 pmRST - LAS
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/1412:35 amLAX - RST
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Thu 8/217:00 amRST - LAX
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/11$268
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.
Thu 8/2812:30 pmLAX - RST
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/26:05 amRST - LAX
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/1012:50 amSFO - RST
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Fri 7/184:49 pmRST - SFO
1 stop6h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/11$328
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/46:10 amSFO - RST
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/76:02 amRST - SFO
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$378
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/116:15 amSAN - RST
1 stop8h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/125:20 pmRST - SAN
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$408
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.
Sat 10/1110:30 pmSAN - RST
2 stops10h 22mDelta
Sun 10/124:30 pmRST - SAN
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/10$414
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/3011:24 pmSJC - RST
2 stops11h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/21:24 pmRST - SJC
2 stops11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$445
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/273:13 pmSNA - RST
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/16:00 amRST - SNA
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$453
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/301:40 pmSJC - RST
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Wed 7/27:00 amRST - SJC
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/11$468
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.
Wed 7/21:15 pmONT - RST
2 stops8h 14mDelta
Mon 7/74:49 pmRST - ONT
2 stops8h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/10$729

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Rochester that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Rochester

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasRochester

LAS - RST

LASRST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/17

6:25 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Rochester

Sat 9/20

12:40 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$248

Las VegasRochester

LAS - RST

LASRST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/17

10:00 am-8:22 pm

2 stops8h 22m

Rochester

Sat 9/20

4:00 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$256

Los AngelesRochester

LAX - RST

LAXRST

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

12:35 am-10:52 am

1 stop8h 17m

Rochester

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop6h 52m

$268

Los AngelesRochester

LAX - RST

LAXRST

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

12:30 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Rochester

Tue 9/2

6:05 am-11:03 am

1 stop6h 58m

$318

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

12:50 am-10:47 am

1 stop7h 57m

Rochester

Mon 7/14

4:49 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$328

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - RST

SFORST

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

6:10 am-5:09 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Rochester

Mon 7/7

6:02 am-11:28 am

1 stop7h 26m

$378

San DiegoRochester

SAN - RST

SANRST

San Diego

Sat 10/11

6:15 am-4:48 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Rochester

Sun 10/12

5:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$408

San DiegoRochester

SAN - RST

SANRST

San Diego

Sat 10/11

10:30 pm-10:52 am

2 stops10h 22m

Rochester

Sun 10/12

4:30 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$414

San JoseRochester

SJC - RST

SJCRST

San Jose

Mon 6/30

11:24 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Rochester

Wed 7/2

1:24 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops11h 22m

$445

Santa AnaRochester

SNA - RST

SNARST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/27

3:13 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Rochester

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop6h 42m

$453

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Best time to book a flight from California to Rochester

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rochester, Minnesota (average of $395). Flying from California to Rochester, Minnesota in June is currently the most expensive (average of $453). 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 CA to RST?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Rochester, Minnesota as you normally would.

Rainfall in Rochester by month

Plan your trip to Rochester by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rochester, Minnesota ranges from 0.8 - 4.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Rochester, Minnesota when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Rochester by month

Plan your trip to Rochester by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rochester, Minnesota, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

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 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from California to Rochester to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Rochester, Minnesota consider San Francisco - Rochester, Los Angeles - Rochester or San Diego - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rochester, Minnesota (average of $395). Flying from California to Rochester, Minnesota in June is currently the most expensive (average of $453). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$266Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$301Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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