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July 4 - July 6

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

ROC - New York

$227

$140

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July 17 - July 18

Cheapest

ROC - New York

$218

$140

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September 1 - September 3

Cheapest

ROC - New York

$186

$140

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September 4 - September 5

Cheapest

ROC - New York

$186

$140

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July 15 - July 22

ROC - New York

$212

$146

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July 22 - July 29

ROC - New York

$208

$146

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July 17 - July 19

ROC - New York

$219

$147

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July 12 - July 19

ROC - New York

$212

$148

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September 4 - September 6

ROC - New York

$187

$148

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September 4 - September 7

ROC - New York

$186

$148

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Insights for flights from Rochester to New York

Most itineraries for flights from Rochester to New York connect at least once, with 21.9% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct flights from Rochester to New York are available, you will frequently encounter options with at least one stop.

A typical journey from Rochester to New York takes about 3h 55m including connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time, considering that most itineraries involve at least one stopover. The total distance covered on this route is 344 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rochester to New York? The data indicates that January is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $183. Following closely, April offers a median fare of $228, and February presents a median of $239. These months generally provide more budget-friendly options for this route.

For cheap flights from Rochester to New York, fares typically range from $199–$377, with a median of $269. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals appear regularly. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

How much is a round trip from Rochester to New York

Regular price: $174 - $367

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Rochester to New York.

The regular price range for flights from Rochester to New York is between $174 and $367. The current lowest deal is $140 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Jul 4-Jul 6.

now $140

Low $174

High $367

The cheapest time to fly from Rochester to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Rochester to New York is January, with a median price of $183. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $349. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $183

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $349

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Direct flights from Rochester to New York

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United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Rochester to New York

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - New York

Rochester (ROC) - New York (JFK)

$236

$170

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - New York

Rochester (ROC) - New York (JFK)

JetBlue Airways

$213

$155

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - New York

Rochester (ROC) - New York (JFK)

JetBlue Airways

$229

$157

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - New York

Rochester (ROC) - New York (JFK)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$217

$158

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - New York

Rochester (ROC) - New York (JFK)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$213

$158

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - New York

Rochester (ROC) - New York (JFK)

JetBlue Airways

$200

$154

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rochester to New York

3 nights

Jul 22 - Jul 25

$342 → $210

39%

2 nights

Jul 4 - Jul 6

$227 → $140

38%

1 night

Jul 17 - Jul 18

$218 → $140

36%

2 nights

Jul 17 - Jul 19

$219 → $147

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Rochester to New York

Rochester - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Rochester to New York are near the typical level of $269.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester to New York, with a median price of $183.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 3h 55m

Flights from Rochester to New York typically take 3 hours and 55 minutes, including transfers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 78.1% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

JetBlue Airways is one of the airlines that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Rochester to New York are frequent, with 1 deal per day.

Rochester main airports to depart from

Greater Rochester International (ROC)

Cheapest

Greater Rochester International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Rochester to New York.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$140

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a good option for flights from Rochester to New York.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$140

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia Airport is a good option for flights from Rochester to New York.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$189

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport is a good option for flights from Rochester to New York.

📍 ~70 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$228

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International Airport is a good option for flights from Rochester to New York.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$149

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Cheapest

Westchester County Airport is a useful alternative for travelers located in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, or Westchester.

📍 ~35 km from New York (reachable by car or rideshare)

💸 Flights from ~$201

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International Airport is a major international hub, often providing competitive pricing on routes.

📍 ~130 km from New York (reachable by Amtrak or NJ Transit rail services)

💸 Flights from ~$206

Long Island MacArthur (ISP)

Long Island MacArthur Airport is an excellent alternative for residents of Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island.

📍 ~85 km from New York (reachable by Long Island Rail Road)

💸 Flights from ~$219

Bradley International (BDL)

Bradley International Airport is a reliable regional option, especially if NYC airports experience delays or price spikes.

📍 ~165 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$235

Trenton–Mercer (TTN)

Trenton–Mercer Airport is a viable ultra-low-cost option due to its proximity to the New Jersey/New York border.

📍 ~80 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$270

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

New York, United States

38% AI deal score

$450

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the best time to book flights from Rochester to New York for the cheapest prices is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $276. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $341. For those booking 60+ days out, the average price was $371, indicating that waiting until closer to the departure date, but not too close, can be beneficial.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Rochester to New York is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $199. The median price for this route over the same period was $269. Prices can go up to $377 or more for the higher end of the market. Therefore, aiming for prices around $199 or less will typically secure a favorable fare.

Historically, January has offered the cheapest flights from Rochester to New York, with a median price of $183. April and February also tend to be more affordable, with median prices of $228 and $239 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $269. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider these months for their travel plans.

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