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$133+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Rochester (SFO - 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ROC
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Rochester

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Rochester
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 December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3010:49 pmSFO - ROC
1 stop10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/711:19 amROC - SFO
2 stops11h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/305:50 amSFO - ROC
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Wed 1/76:00 amROC - SFO
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/17$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/225:50 amSFO - ROC
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Wed 1/75:43 pmROC - SFO
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/18$523
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/226:00 amSFO - ROC
1 stop9h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:00 amROC - SFO
2 stops13h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$547

Find 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 (ROC). 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$133
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$571
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Rochester that are best for you.

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Price

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-9:19 pm

2 stops11h 19m

Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 1/21

12:57 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$256

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

9:10 am-11:52 pm

2 stops11h 42m

Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$256

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

12:40 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 1/24

6:30 am-2:07 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$265

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

10:50 pm-9:18 am

1 stop7h 28m

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 3/19

12:42 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$302

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

12:19 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 3/6

1:39 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$315

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:23 pm-11:59 am

2 stops9h 36m

Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 3/6

1:39 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$327

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-3:22 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 2/17

5:42 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$345

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

7:00 pm-3:28 pm

2 stops17h 28m

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 2/17

12:59 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$360

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-10:52 pm

2 stops13h 52m

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 2/17

5:42 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$360

San FranciscoRochester

SFO - ROC

SFOROC

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

11:13 pm-10:54 am

1 stop8h 41m

$133

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Deals found on 12/16

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Rochester in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Rochester flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Rochester flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Rochester flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Rochester flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Rochester flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Rochester

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rochester from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Rochester?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Rochester. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Rochester is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rochester (average of $135). Flying from San Francisco to Rochester in July is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 ROC?

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 December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Rochester in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Rochester. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,897 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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?

    Airlines like American Airlines and JetBlue fly from San Francisco to Rochester in about 7h 48m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 31m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2354 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 San Francisco to Rochester round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($211), American Airlines ($217), and United Airlines ($267) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Rochester. Delta is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Rochester one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $87. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Rochester for a low price.

  • 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?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rochester (average of $135). Flying from San Francisco to Rochester in July is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Rochester

Discover the top 5 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$271Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$314Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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