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$345+ Cheap flights from Rochester, MN to San Francisco (RST - SFO)

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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — SFO
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (RST) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 October 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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$345
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/1511:35 amRST - SFO
2 stops12h 50mDelta
Wed 11/1910:30 amSFO - RST
2 stops10h 13mDelta
Deal found 10/16$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/1511:35 amRST - SFO
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Mon 11/1712:30 amSFO - RST
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/16$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/86:03 amRST - SFO
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/127:10 amSFO - RST
2 stops12h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/87:00 amRST - SFO
2 stops12h 45mDelta
Tue 11/1112:30 amSFO - RST
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/16$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Thu 11/1312:36 pmRST - SFO
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/1611:59 pmSFO - RST
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$474
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Thu 11/1311:35 amRST - SFO
2 stops12h 50mDelta
Sat 11/1512:30 amSFO - RST
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/16$509
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Thu 10/3011:26 amRST - SFO
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Sun 11/212:35 amSFO - RST
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Deal found 10/15$538

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester to San Francisco 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Rochester

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San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Sat 11/15

11:35 am-10:25 pm

2 stops12h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

10:30 am-10:43 pm

2 stops10h 13m

$345

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Sat 11/15

11:35 am-10:25 pm

2 stops12h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

10:30 am-10:43 pm

2 stops10h 13m

$345

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Sat 11/8

7:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$347

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Sat 11/8

6:03 am-11:24 am

1 stop7h 21m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

7:10 am-10:00 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$354

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Thu 11/13

6:15 pm-12:12 am

1 stop7h 57m

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

9:30 pm-10:55 am

2 stops11h 25m

$384

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Deals found on 10/16

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rochester to San Francisco in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Francisco 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 Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rochester, Minnesota-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester, Minnesota-San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to San Francisco (average of $59). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to San Francisco in October is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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 RST to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Rochester, Minnesota to San Francisco in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated October 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta from Rochester to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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 Francisco. 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 Francisco?

    Delta can get you from Rochester, Minnesota to San Francisco in just under 12h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Rochester, Minnesota and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 1612 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rochester, Minnesota to San Francisco round-trip?

    Delta, at $288, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rochester, Minnesota to San Francisco..

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to San Francisco 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 Francisco?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to San Francisco (average of $59). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota to San Francisco in October is currently the most expensive (average of $165). 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 airline flying from Rochester to San Francisco

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rochester to San Francisco. 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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