Are direct flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time by avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more stops can often be significantly more affordable, depending on your travel priorities and budget.

Can flexible travel dates help on Rochester to Sioux Falls flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares than traveling on weekends or during holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by even a day or two may reveal better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Rochester to Sioux Falls flights?

Always consider potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor in transportation costs to and from the airports as well to get a full picture of your travel expenses.

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2026-12-13 – 2027-01-08
ROC - Sioux Falls
68% AI deal score
$384
$335
Round trip
2027-01-20 – 2027-02-01
ROC - Sioux Falls
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$363
$350
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ROC - Sioux Falls
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2026-12-10 – 2027-01-08
ROC - Sioux Falls
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$356
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ROC - Sioux Falls
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$352
$357
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2027-02-03 – 2027-02-05
ROC - Sioux Falls
67% AI deal score
$406
$359
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2027-02-03 – 2027-02-08
ROC - Sioux Falls
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ROC - Sioux Falls
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$380
$366
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2026-12-05 – 2026-12-11
ROC - Sioux Falls
68% AI deal score
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ROC - Sioux Falls
46% AI deal score
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Rochester to Sioux Falls: Overview

Insights for flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls

For those looking for cheap flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls, the most economical time to fly is typically in February, with a median fare of $223. Other budget-friendly options include January, where the median fare is $231, and December, with a median fare of $238. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Fares for flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls typically range from $244 to $379, with a median price of $304. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level for this route. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Rochester to Sioux Falls takes approximately 13h 41m, including connections. This duration accounts for the common connecting itineraries on this route.

The distance between Rochester and Sioux Falls is 1539 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Rochester to Sioux Falls

Regular price: $398 - $685

Prices for flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $398 and $685. The current lowest deal is $703 with United Airlines, for travel from Nov 25-Nov 28.

now $703

Low $398

High $685

The cheapest time to fly from Rochester to Sioux Falls

The cheapest month to fly from Rochester to Sioux Falls is January, with a median price of $462. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $652. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $462

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $652

Jan

Feb

Mar

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls

Allegiant Air

Breeze Airways

JetBlue Airways

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Rochester to Sioux Falls

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

United Airlines

$493

$392

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$391

$397

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$402

$438

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$390

$488

One-way

Sun, Nov 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$390

$417

One-way

Sun, Nov 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$409

$458

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

$460 → $379

18%

6 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 11

$445 → $369

17%

26 nights

Dec 13 - Jan 8

$384 → $335

13%

2 nights

Feb 3 - Feb 5

$406 → $359

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Rochester to Sioux Falls

Rochester - Sioux Falls route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Rochester to Sioux Falls are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for prices below the median

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester to Sioux Falls, with a median price of $223.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 13h 41m

Flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 13h 41m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available from Rochester to Sioux Falls; all routes include stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers a recent deal for $703

A recent deal on United Airlines from Rochester to Sioux Falls was found for $703 via Skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals on flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Rochester main airports to depart from

Greater Rochester International (ROC)

Cheapest

Greater Rochester International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$357

Sioux Falls main airports to arrive at

Sioux Falls Regional (FSD)

Cheapest

Sioux Falls Regional Airport is ideal for direct access to Sioux Falls from Rochester.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$342

Airports nearby Sioux Falls used as alternative

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

Consider Omaha for significantly more direct flight options, despite requiring a cross-state drive into Nebraska.

📍 ~260 km from Sioux Falls (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$306

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Oct 08

Sioux Falls, United States

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Nov 11

Sioux Falls, United States

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$1,419

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Nov 12

Sioux Falls, United States

66% AI deal score

$1,426

$1,114

Save $312

From ROC

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Nov 11

Sioux Falls, United States

65% AI deal score

$1,330

$1,110

Save $220

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sioux Falls

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison websites can help you compare options from various providers. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower prices than direct routes.

Booking in advance often helps secure better prices, especially for popular routes or peak travel seasons. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor prices. Mid-week bookings may also offer slight savings compared to weekend purchases.

Yes, comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options. Even if an alternative airport is a bit further, the potential savings on airfare might outweigh the extra travel time or cost to reach it. Always check ground transportation options from alternative airports.

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Rochester to Sioux Falls: Overview

Insights for flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Rochester to Sioux Falls takes approximately 13h 41m, including connections. This duration accounts for the common connecting itineraries on this route.

The distance between Rochester and Sioux Falls is 1539 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Rochester to Sioux Falls

Regular price: $398 - $685

Prices for flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $398 and $685. The current lowest deal is $703 with United Airlines, for travel from Nov 25-Nov 28.

now $703

Low $398

High $685

The cheapest time to fly from Rochester to Sioux Falls

January

Cheapest

Flights from $462

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $652

Jan

Feb

Mar

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls

Allegiant Air

Breeze Airways

JetBlue Airways

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Rochester to Sioux Falls

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

United Airlines

$493

$392

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$391

$397

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$402

$438

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$390

$488

One-way

Sun, Nov 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$390

$417

One-way

Sun, Nov 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ROC - Sioux Falls

Rochester (ROC) - Sioux Falls (FSD)

Breeze Airways, Allegiant Air

$409

$458

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rochester to Sioux Falls

5 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 11

$460 → $379

18%

6 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 11

$445 → $369

17%

26 nights

Dec 13 - Jan 8

$384 → $335

13%

2 nights

Feb 3 - Feb 5

$406 → $359

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Rochester to Sioux Falls