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$126+ Cheap flights from Rochester to San Diego (ROC - SAN)

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to San Diego are usually found in May or March, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Rochester to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (ROC) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$251
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$472
From Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to San Diego
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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 June 12, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/266:05 amROC - SAN
1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/309:41 pmSAN - ROC
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$251
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.
Tue 7/296:27 amROC - SAN
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/510:47 pmSAN - ROC
1 stop10h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$269
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/512:30 pmROC - SAN
1 stop9h 28mJetBlue
Tue 8/128:30 pmSAN - ROC
1 stop11h 19mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$287
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 7/305:30 amROC - SAN
1 stop9h 22mDelta
Wed 8/61:05 pmSAN - ROC
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/10$297
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/286:25 amROC - SAN
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Sat 12/69:45 pmSAN - ROC
1 stop11h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$312
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/55:27 amROC - SAN
1 stop8h 53mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/127:05 pmSAN - ROC
2 stops13h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$374
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/264:14 pmROC - SAN
2 stops17h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/297:31 pmSAN - ROC
2 stops19h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$376
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/111:18 amROC - SAN
3 stops25h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/86:15 amSAN - ROC
3 stops24h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$492
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.
Thu 9/252:20 pmROC - SAN
3 stops25h 07mBreeze Airways
Thu 10/21:21 pmSAN - ROC
2 stops42h 39mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,014

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

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RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 8/26

6:05 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 17m

San Diego

Sat 8/30

9:41 pm-9:33 am

1 stop8h 52m

$251

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 7/29

6:27 am-10:41 am

1 stop7h 14m

San Diego

Tue 8/5

10:47 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$269

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 8/5

12:30 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop9h 28m

San Diego

Tue 8/12

8:30 pm-10:49 am

1 stop11h 19m

$287

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 9/6

6:35 am-10:11 am

1 stop6h 36m

San Diego

Tue 9/9

6:25 am-5:35 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$297

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 11/28

6:25 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San Diego

Sat 12/6

9:45 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$312

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 8/5

5:27 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 53m

San Diego

Tue 8/12

7:05 pm-11:07 am

2 stops13h 02m

$374

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 7/23

11:18 am-9:55 am

2 stops25h 37m

San Diego

Sun 7/27

6:15 am-10:13 am

3 stops24h 58m

$390

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 8/1

11:18 am-9:55 am

3 stops25h 37m

San Diego

Fri 8/8

6:15 am-10:13 am

3 stops24h 58m

$492

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 9/25

2:20 pm-12:27 pm

3 stops25h 07m

San Diego

Thu 10/2

1:21 pm-11:00 am

2 stops42h 39m

$1,014

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 20m

$126

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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.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rochester to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Rochester to San Diego, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Rochester to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August 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 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Rochester to San Diego is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $251 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and JetBlue, starting at $269 and $287 round-trip. United Airlines is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rochester to San Diego are American Airlines ($126), Spirit Airlines ($135), and United Airlines ($144).

  • 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 to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Rochester to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Rochester to San Diego

Discover the top 5 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$255Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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