How long is the flight from South Dakota to Rochester?

Departing from South Dakota to Rochester will take you 5h 09m. The distance between South Dakota and Rochester is about 956 mi.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rochester 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 when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rochester, 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).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SD to ROC?

When flying from South Dakota to Rochester, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Rochester from South Dakota?

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

Can I find deals for flights from South Dakota to Rochester that include hotel bookings?

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Rochester from South Dakota?
For a flight from South Dakota to Rochester, you will be flying into Greater Rochester Intl. Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) is just 3.8 mi from the center of the city.
How long is the flight from South Dakota to Rochester?
Departing from South Dakota to Rochester will take you 5h 09m. The distance between South Dakota and Rochester is about 956 mi.
Can I find deals for flights from South Dakota to Rochester that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Dakota to Rochester flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Dakota to Rochester?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Dakota to Rochester.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Dakota to Rochester?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Dakota 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 South Dakota to Rochester?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to Rochester (average of $220). Flying from South Dakota to Rochester in February is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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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