This page displays flight deals for the Rochester — New York route. The 404 km flight operates regularly, with a frequency of about 51 flights per week. To help plan your trip, information is also available on how to get to Rochester airport and how to get from New York airports to the city center.
Flights are operated by JetBlue, Delta, and United Airlines. Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the price trend chart and calendar to choose the most cost-effective travel date.
The table shows direct flights Rochester → New York City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 18 min. Regular flights are operated by Delta, United Airlines, JetBlue and Japan Airlines. Departures from Greater Rochester International Airport and Rochester International Airport airports, arrivals at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Rochester — New York City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 265 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 587 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Rochester → New York City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 472 | medium | May | AED 400 | low | Sep | AED 381 | low |
| Feb | AED 436 | low | Jun | AED 436 | medium | Oct | AED 418 | low |
| Mar | AED 618 | high | Jul | AED 509 | high | Nov | AED 454 | medium |
| Apr | AED 581 | high | Aug | AED 509 | high | Dec | AED 545 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
New York's climate is characterized by distinct seasonality: the warmest month is July, with average temperatures reaching 29.6°C. January is the coldest period, when the thermometer drops to -2.2°C, while July also leads in rainfall.
The most budget-friendly flights from Rochester are available in July, with minimum prices starting AED 265. Peak ticket prices occur in January, when fares start AED 576.
September and October can be considered a great compromise: during these months, comfortable temperatures of around 19–24°C persist, while ticket prices remain moderate — starting AED 324. You should avoid flying in January if you are looking for maximum savings.
There are 17 airlines operating on the Rochester — New York route, with the main carriers being JetBlue, Delta, and United Airlines. Around 51 direct and connecting flights are available weekly, ensuring high departure frequency throughout the day. A detailed schedule, information on aircraft types, and route options are provided in the interactive list below.
Flights Rochester — New York City depart from Greater Rochester International Airport and Rochester International Airport and arrive at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 1 hour and 10 minutes, considering the 404 km distance and time for takeoff and landing.
The majority of flights are operated by JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines, offering dozens of flights weekly.
Flights from Rochester most often land at LaGuardia (LGA), John F. Kennedy (JFK), or Newark (EWR) airports.
It is recommended to book tickets a month before your trip and monitor price trends in July and August, when the lowest fares are recorded.
Yes, there are a significant number of direct flights on this route daily, making the journey as fast and convenient as possible.
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