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$146+ 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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — SFO
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to San Francisco

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 March 22, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Tue 4/215:48 pm
ROC
-
SFO
1 stop7h 38m
Delta
Tue 5/510:55 pm
SFO
-
ROC
1 stop9h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/19$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/217:14 am
ROC
-
SFO
2 stops11h 11m
American Airlines
Tue 5/55:45 am
SFO
-
ROC
1 stop10h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 5/21:40 pm
ROC
-
SFO
2 stops11h 20m
American Airlines
Wed 5/69:08 am
SFO
-
ROC
1 stop10h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/912:52 pm
ROC
-
SFO
1 stop10h 33m
Delta
Wed 4/1511:50 am
SFO
-
ROC
1 stop9h 53m
Delta
Deal found 3/19$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/251:40 pm
ROC
-
SFO
2 stops11h 20m
American Airlines
Wed 4/295:45 am
SFO
-
ROC
1 stop10h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/19$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Tue 4/216:40 pm
ROC
-
SFO
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Fri 4/2410:55 pm
SFO
-
ROC
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/2411:17 am
ROC
-
SFO
1 stop10h 54m
American Airlines
Mon 4/2712:59 am
SFO
-
ROC
2 stops10h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/18$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/71:30 pm
ROC
-
SFO
1 stop10h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 4/1312:59 am
SFO
-
ROC
2 stops10h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/51:30 pm
ROC
-
SFO
2 stops11h 34m
American Airlines
Tue 5/1211:28 pm
SFO
-
ROC
2 stops10h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 9/116:00 am
ROC
-
SFO
1 stop10h 25m
Delta
Mon 9/1410:45 pm
SFO
-
ROC
1 stop9h 52m
Delta
Deal found 3/17$325

Find 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 March 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$291
(Delta)

One-way from

$146
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$464
Provider with most accurate pricing for Greater Rochester Intl-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Greater Rochester Intl-San Francisco flights.
From Greater Rochester Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Greater Rochester Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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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 March 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Price

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RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 4/7

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

10:55 pm-9:20 am

1 stop7h 25m

$308

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 4/9

6:20 am-1:27 pm

1 stop10h 07m

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

11:52 pm-10:03 am

1 stop7h 11m

$325

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 8/22

6:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop10h 21m

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

10:45 pm-9:43 am

1 stop7h 58m

$325

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 6/1

7:50 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 6/5

11:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops10h 15m

$330

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 6/2

6:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 6/8

11:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops10h 15m

$389

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 4/20

6:13 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 42m

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

5:50 am-3:22 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$392

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 8/21

6:15 am-1:09 pm

1 stop9h 54m

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

10:35 pm-9:31 am

1 stop7h 56m

$425

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 7/3

5:47 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

10:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop10h 05m

$435

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 4/8

4:05 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops10h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

11:25 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$465

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 4/1

11:15 am-6:54 pm

1 stop10h 39m

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

5:50 am-3:42 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$465

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Compare providers for flights from Rochester to San Francisco

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 Francisco in March.
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-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-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rochester-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester-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-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

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 March 13, 2026.

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 36 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to San Francisco (average of $158). Flying from Rochester to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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 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 March 22, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Rochester to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from Rochester to San Francisco in 7h 30m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Rochester and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 2354 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    JetBlue, at $168, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rochester to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. JetBlue is priced at 59% 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?

    $112 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $125 and $125, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to San Francisco (average of $158). Flying from Rochester to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$168Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$250Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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