HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
San Diego

$298+ Cheap flights from Rochester, MN to San Diego (RST - SAN)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — SAN
fev 27 — mar 61
sex 2/27
sex 3/6
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Rochester to San Diego with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Rochester to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Rochester to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on janeiro 28, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
sáb 8/86:25 pm
RST
-
SAN
1 stop6h 58m
American Airlines
qua 8/122:52 pm
SAN
-
RST
1 stop6h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
sex 4/246:33 pm
RST
-
SAN
1 stop6h 43m
American Airlines
sáb 4/253:07 pm
SAN
-
RST
1 stop6h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
seg 3/25:00 am
RST
-
SAN
1 stop9h 41m
American Airlines
seg 3/910:35 pm
SAN
-
RST
1 stop9h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$323
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
dom 3/15:00 am
RST
-
SAN
1 stop9h 41m
American Airlines
dom 3/83:19 pm
SAN
-
RST
1 stop6h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
seg 3/234:46 pm
RST
-
SAN
1 stop8h 54m
Delta
seg 3/3010:30 pm
SAN
-
RST
2 stops10h 20m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
seg 6/84:30 pm
RST
-
SAN
1 stop5h 51m
Delta
seg 6/158:50 am
SAN
-
RST
1 stop5h 12m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
qua 3/254:46 pm
RST
-
SAN
2 stops9h 02m
Delta
ter 3/3110:10 pm
SAN
-
RST
2 stops10h 40m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
seg 3/24:37 pm
RST
-
SAN
2 stops8h 27m
Delta
seg 3/99:55 pm
SAN
-
RST
2 stops10h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
qua 3/2512:38 pm
RST
-
SAN
1 stop9h 42m
American Airlines
ter 3/311:34 pm
SAN
-
RST
1 stop8h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$384

Find flight deals from Rochester to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (RST) to San Diego (SAN). 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 janeiro 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$321
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$317
Provider with most accurate pricing for Rochester-San Diego flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Rochester-San Diego flights.
Search Deals
From Rochester to San Diego
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($91 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester to San Diego 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 janeiro 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Rochester

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

qui 4/2

4:46 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 54m

San Diego

seg 4/6

10:10 pm-10:50 am

2 stops10h 40m

$350

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

qua 3/25

4:46 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops9h 02m

San Diego

ter 3/31

6:15 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$350

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

qua 6/10

4:30 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 51m

San Diego

ter 6/16

8:50 am-4:02 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$352

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

sex 6/12

4:30 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 51m

San Diego

seg 6/15

8:50 am-4:02 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$352

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

ter 6/9

7:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop5h 46m

San Diego

qui 6/18

4:30 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$352

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

seg 6/8

4:30 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 51m

San Diego

qui 6/18

4:30 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$352

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

qua 6/10

4:30 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 51m

San Diego

seg 6/15

8:50 am-4:02 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$352

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

sex 4/24

4:45 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops8h 57m

San Diego

sáb 4/25

10:05 am-10:43 pm

2 stops10h 38m

$355

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

seg 3/23

4:46 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops8h 28m

San Diego

seg 3/30

10:10 pm-10:50 am

2 stops10h 40m

$355

RochesterSan Diego

RST - SAN

RSTSAN

Rochester

sex 6/12

11:15 am-6:45 pm

2 stops9h 30m

San Diego

ter 6/16

8:50 am-4:02 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$358

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/27

Compare providers for flights from Rochester to San Diego

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 Rochester to San Diego in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Rochester, Minnesota-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rochester, Minnesota-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rochester, Minnesota-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester, Minnesota-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Rochester, Minnesota-San Diego 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 Rochester to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Rochester with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to San Diego (average of $87). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated janeiro 28, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Rochester to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,201 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,123 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Rochester, Minnesota to San Diego can take about 8h 54m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $350. Rochester, Minnesota and San Diego are separated by a distance of 1536 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $278, Delta will fly you from Rochester, Minnesota to San Diego and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $291. Delta is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to San Diego (average of $87). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near San Diego?

Book flights to San Diego if you plan to visit one of these locations
El Cajon
Chula Vista
National City
Coronado
La Mesa
Poway
Julian
Lemon Grove

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Rochester to San Diego

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Minneapolis to Las Vegas flights
Minneapolis to San Diego flights
Minneapolis to Los Angeles flights
Minneapolis to San Francisco flights
Minneapolis to Palm Springs flights
Minneapolis to Ontario flights
Minneapolis to Santa Ana flights
Minneapolis to Sacramento flights
Minneapolis to San Jose flights
Minneapolis to Reno flights
Sioux Falls to Las Vegas flights
Fargo to Las Vegas flights
Minneapolis to Burbank flights
Fargo to Los Angeles flights
Rochester to Las Vegas flights
Minneapolis to Fresno flights
Sioux Falls to San Diego flights
Sioux Falls to Los Angeles flights
Fargo to Palm Springs flights
Minneapolis to Oakland flights
Minneapolis to Long Beach flights
Fargo to San Diego flights
Duluth to Las Vegas flights
Sioux Falls to Ontario flights
Minneapolis to Santa Barbara flights
Fargo to San Francisco flights
Sioux Falls to Santa Ana flights
Minneapolis to Monterey flights
Sioux Falls to Palm Springs flights
Sioux Falls to San Francisco flights
Sioux Falls to Reno flights
Fargo to Reno flights
Duluth to San Diego flights
Fargo to Santa Ana flights
La Crosse to Las Vegas flights
Fargo to Ontario flights
Minneapolis to San Luis Obispo flights
Fargo to Fresno flights
Sioux Falls to Medford flights
Hibbing to Las Vegas flights
Fargo to Sacramento flights
Duluth to Los Angeles flights
Sioux Falls to Burbank flights
Minneapolis to Arcata flights
Minneapolis to Medford flights
Rochester to Long Beach flights
Duluth to San Francisco flights
Fargo to Burbank flights
Minneapolis to Santa Rosa flights

Top 2 airlines flying from Rochester to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to San Diego. 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 janeiro 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$278Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$291Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
Site
Cookie settings©2026 Cheapflights