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$104+ Cheap flights from California to Rochester, NY (ROC)

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ROC
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Rochester

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Mytrip
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Round-trip from

$228
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$104
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$467
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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 April 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/176:15 amSAN - ROC
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/244:26 pmROC - SAN
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/67:20 pmRNO - ROC
2 stops13h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/132:34 pmROC - RNO
2 stops12h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 4/2912:30 amLAS - ROC
1 stop9h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/46:10 amROC - LAS
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 8/61:58 pmLAX - ROC
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/191:52 pmROC - LAX
1 stop10h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Tue 4/2911:44 pmLAS - ROC
2 stops9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/66:17 pmROC - LAS
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 5/207:25 pmSAN - ROC
2 stops11h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/285:46 pmROC - SAN
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/911:59 pmONT - ROC
2 stops12h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/135:25 amROC - ONT
2 stops11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1011:00 pmSFO - ROC
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/147:50 pmROC - SFO
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/410:30 pmSFO - ROC
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Sun 6/1512:30 pmROC - SFO
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/16$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Mon 6/2312:55 amLAS - ROC
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Fri 6/276:17 pmROC - LAS
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/15$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Tue 5/2712:21 amSFO - ROC
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/3112:45 pmROC - SFO
2 stops10h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$281
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/712:33 amLAS - ROC
2 stops13h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/114:19 pmROC - LAS
1 stop11h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$282

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 April 16, 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

San DiegoRochester

SAN - ROC

SANROC

San Diego

Sat 5/17

6:15 am-5:47 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 5/24

4:26 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$228

RenoRochester

RNO - ROC

RNOROC

Reno

Tue 5/6

7:20 pm-12:04 pm

2 stops13h 44m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 5/13

2:34 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$245

Las VegasRochester

LAS - ROC

LASROC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/29

12:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sun 5/4

6:10 am-11:17 am

1 stop8h 07m

$247

Las VegasRochester

LAS - ROC

LASROC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/29

11:44 pm-11:57 am

2 stops9h 13m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 5/6

6:17 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$252

San DiegoRochester

SAN - ROC

SANROC

San Diego

Tue 5/20

7:25 pm-10:04 am

2 stops11h 39m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 5/28

5:46 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$256

OntarioRochester

ONT - ROC

ONTROC

Ontario

Fri 5/9

11:59 pm-3:52 pm

2 stops12h 53m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 5/13

5:25 am-1:52 pm

2 stops11h 27m

$271

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

11:00 pm-10:04 am

1 stop8h 04m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 10/14

7:50 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 09m

$273

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

10:30 pm-9:01 am

1 stop7h 31m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sun 6/8

6:17 pm-12:47 am

1 stop9h 30m

$277

Las VegasRochester

LAS - ROC

LASROC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/23

12:55 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 40m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 6/27

6:17 pm-12:04 am

1 stop8h 47m

$277

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Tue 5/27

12:21 am-10:42 am

1 stop7h 21m

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 5/31

12:45 pm-8:17 pm

2 stops10h 32m

$281

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Best time to book a flight from California to Rochester

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rochester from California with our price prediction graph.
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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, New York?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rochester, New York (average of $281). Flying from California to Rochester, New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 ROC?

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 April 16, 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, New York 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, New York ranges from 2.0 - 3.5 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Rochester, New York when rainfall is around 2.0 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, New York, 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 24.8 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 April 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Rochester, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,665 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,926 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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?

    For a flight from California to Rochester, you will be flying into Greater Rochester Intl. Rochester Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) is just 3.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Rochester, New York one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $104 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $123 and United Airlines from $124 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from California to Rochester, New York is San Francisco - Rochester Greater Rochester Intl. You may also consider Los Angeles - Rochester Greater Rochester Intl or San Diego - Rochester Greater Rochester Intl.

  • 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, New York?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rochester, New York (average of $281). Flying from California to Rochester, New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 7 airlines flying from California to Rochester

Discover the top 7 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 April 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$237Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$271Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$272Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$502Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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