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$126+ Cheap flights from Rochester to San Francisco (ROC - SFO)

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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to San Francisco are usually found in January or May, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Rochester to San Francisco

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

Round-trip from

$245
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$447
From Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Rochester to San Francisco
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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 7/43:45 pmROC - SFO
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/115:23 amSFO - ROC
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$245
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.
Fri 8/226:30 pmROC - SFO
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Wed 8/2711:35 amSFO - ROC
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/10$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 8/167:55 pmROC - SFO
1 stop8h 02mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/205:15 amSFO - ROC
1 stop8h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$287
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.
Sun 8/176:19 amROC - SFO
1 stop9h 00mJetBlue
Mon 8/2511:55 amSFO - ROC
1 stop9h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$293
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.
Thu 10/237:55 amROC - SFO
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Wed 10/298:30 amSFO - ROC
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$316
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/15:25 amROC - SFO
2 stops13h 43mAlaska Airlines
Sat 7/1211:55 amSFO - ROC
1 stop8h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$474

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 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

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 7/4

3:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop9h 58m

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

5:23 am-6:27 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$245

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 8/22

6:30 pm-12:35 am

1 stop9h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

6:15 am-5:35 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$277

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 8/16

7:55 pm-12:57 am

1 stop8h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

5:15 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$287

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sun 8/17

6:19 am-12:19 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

11:55 am-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$293

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 8/19

9:00 am-2:40 pm

2 stops8h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

10:50 am-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$342

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 7/1

5:25 am-4:08 pm

2 stops13h 43m

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

11:55 am-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$474

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 6/26

4:14 pm-10:53 pm

3 stops33h 39m

San Francisco

Sun 6/29

11:59 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops14h 33m

$613

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 8/19

5:53 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 42m

$126

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-1:08 pm

2 stops10h 08m

$131

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 7/2

7:15 am-3:20 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$175

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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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Rochester to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Rochester to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 ROC 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 June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Rochester to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Rochester to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Rochester to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rochester to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rochester to San Francisco, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

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 Francisco. 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 Francisco round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $245, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rochester to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 47% 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 Francisco one-way?

    $126 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $131 and $175, respectively.

  • 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 to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Rochester to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$201Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$330Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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