What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rochester, New York to California one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $104. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Rochester, New York to California for a low price.

What are the most popular routes from Rochester, New York to California?

When deciding which route to take from Rochester, New York to California consider Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - San Francisco or Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Los Angeles as they are the most popular.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Rochester, New York to California?

The most popular airlines flying from Rochester, New York to California are American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Rochester, New York to California?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 49 days in advance to save up to 98% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 49 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Rochester, New York to California 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $456, or $513 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester, New York to California?

Flights from Rochester, New York to California lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Rochester, New York to California in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $236.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Rochester to California?

Located just 3.8 mi from the city center, Rochester Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Rochester.

Can I find deals for flights from Rochester to California that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Rochester to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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Tue 4/2212:43 pmROC - SFO

1 stop10h 43mAmerican Airlines

Mon 4/2812:21 amSFO - ROC

1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$213

Wed 4/233:00 pmROC - SAN

1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines

Mon 4/2810:45 pmSAN - ROC

1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$237

Sat 5/2411:16 amROC - LAS

2 stops10h 56mAmerican Airlines

Tue 5/2712:15 pmLAS - ROC

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$249

Mon 3/316:15 amROC - LAS

2 stops11h 12mUnited Airlines

Wed 4/28:40 amLAS - ROC

1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$252

Fri 4/254:25 pmROC - LAS

1 stop11h 34mSpirit Airlines

Thu 5/18:45 pmLAS - ROC

1 stop15h 35mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$259

Tue 6/106:16 pmROC - LAS

1 stop8h 49mDelta

Sat 6/1411:59 pmLAS - ROC

1 stop6h 47mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$267

Fri 5/21:06 pmROC - ONT

1 stop11h 19mJetBlue

Mon 5/510:40 pmONT - ROC

1 stop10h 24mJetBlue

Deal found 3/24

$271

Wed 4/2310:20 amROC - SAN

2 stops9h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 4/289:30 pmSAN - ROC

1 stop9h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$272

Tue 10/286:20 pmROC - SFO

1 stop10h 05mDelta

Sat 11/1510:45 pmSFO - ROC

1 stop7h 54mDelta

Deal found 3/23

$277

Sat 5/35:45 amROC - PSP

2 stops11h 06mAmerican Airlines

Sat 5/107:20 pmPSP - ROC

2 stops13h 44mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$283

Sat 4/512:40 pmROC - LAX

1 stop10h 42mAmerican Airlines

Mon 4/1412:59 amLAX - ROC

1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$294

Wed 6/412:02 pmROC - LAX

1 stop9h 43mDelta

Sun 6/812:20 amLAX - ROC

1 stop8h 00mDelta

Deal found 3/23

$297

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Tue 4/2212:43 pmROC - SFO

1 stop10h 43mAmerican Airlines

Mon 4/2812:21 amSFO - ROC

1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$213

Mon 5/266:00 amROC - LAS

1 stop8h 20mDelta

Thu 5/2910:15 pmLAS - ROC

1 stop7h 46mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$257

Fri 4/254:25 pmROC - LAS

1 stop11h 34mSpirit Airlines

Thu 5/18:45 pmLAS - ROC

1 stop15h 35mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$259

Fri 5/21:06 pmROC - ONT

1 stop11h 19mJetBlue

Mon 5/510:40 pmONT - ROC

1 stop10h 24mJetBlue

Deal found 3/24

$271

Wed 4/2310:20 amROC - SAN

2 stops9h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 4/289:30 pmSAN - ROC

1 stop9h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$272

Sat 8/307:45 amROC - RNO

2 stops11h 20mSouthwest

Sat 9/68:55 amRNO - ROC

1 stop7h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 3/23

$297

Mon 5/126:32 pmROC - LAX

3 stops42h 24mMultiple Airlines

Fri 5/168:22 amLAX - ROC

1 stop8h 59mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$308

Wed 4/233:00 pmROC - SAN

1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines

Mon 4/2810:45 pmSAN - ROC

1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$237

Thu 4/243:00 pmROC - SFO

1 stop9h 57mAlaska Airlines

Mon 5/510:35 amSFO - ROC

2 stops10h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 3/22

$547

Sat 5/2411:16 amROC - LAS

2 stops10h 56mAmerican Airlines

Tue 5/2712:15 pmLAS - ROC

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$249

Fri 6/66:35 amROC - SFO

1 stop6h 58mDelta

Mon 6/911:30 pmSFO - ROC

1 stop7h 16mDelta

Deal found 3/22

$277

Thu 4/102:55 pmROC - LAS

1 stop8h 19mUnited Airlines

Mon 4/1412:30 amLAS - ROC

1 stop9h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$284

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Mon 3/316:15 amROC - LAS

2 stops11h 12mUnited Airlines

Wed 4/28:40 amLAS - ROC

1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$252

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2 stops8h 37mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$257

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Tue 4/112:35 amLAS - ROC

1 stop8h 34mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$277

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Wed 4/21:19 pmLAS - ROC

2 stops25h 08mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$383

Mon 3/315:40 pmROC - LAS

1 stop8h 45mSouthwest

Sat 4/128:25 amLAS - ROC

Nonstop4h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 3/24

$387

Mon 3/315:40 pmROC - LAS

2 stops10h 25mSouthwest

Sat 4/126:05 amLAS - ROC

1 stop7h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 3/24

$252

Tue 4/15:18 amROC - LAX

1 stop9h 37mDelta

Tue 4/811:50 pmLAX - ROC

1 stop6h 21mDelta

Deal found 3/23

$377

Tue 4/15:55 amROC - SFO

1 stop10h 00mJetBlue

Mon 4/710:34 amSFO - ROC

1 stop9h 52mJetBlue

Deal found 3/24

$382

Tue 4/16:00 amROC - SFO

1 stop8h 43mUnited Airlines

Sun 4/612:08 amSFO - ROC

1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$390

Tue 4/12:28 pmROC - SFO

2 stops11h 08mAmerican Airlines

Mon 4/710:48 pmSFO - ROC

1 stop10h 30mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$395

Tue 4/15:50 amROC - PSP

1 stop9h 40mDelta

Tue 4/81:40 pmPSP - ROC

1 stop7h 16mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$412

Tue 4/111:48 amROC - PSP

2 stops9h 25mAmerican Airlines

Tue 4/89:45 amPSP - ROC

2 stops11h 21mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$422

One-way flights from Rochester to California
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Tue 7/16:50 pmROC - SAN

1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$104

Tue 4/154:25 pmROC - RNO

2 stops10h 38mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$105

Wed 9/178:23 amROC - PSP

2 stops12h 22mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$105

Fri 7/41:34 pmROC - LAX

1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$106

Sat 7/2612:20 pmROC - SFO

1 stop9h 42mAmerican Airlines

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$107

Mon 4/286:19 pmROC - LAS

1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$121

Fri 6/135:53 pmROC - LAS

1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$124

Fri 4/254:25 pmROC - LAS

1 stop11h 34mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$128

Thu 7/35:51 pmROC - SAN

1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$134

Fri 5/166:15 pmROC - LAS

1 stop8h 56mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$139

Mon 5/126:32 pmROC - LAX

2 stops20h 00mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$142

Mon 5/53:30 pmROC - LAS

3 stops35h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$142

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RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 4/22

12:43 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop10h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

12:21 am-10:59 am

1 stop7h 38m

$213

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 4/23

3:00 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San Diego

Mon 4/28

10:45 pm-10:59 am

1 stop9h 14m

$237

RochesterLas Vegas

ROC - LAS

ROCLAS

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 5/24

11:16 am-7:12 pm

2 stops10h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/27

12:15 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$249

RochesterLas Vegas

ROC - LAS

ROCLAS

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/29

10:15 pm-9:01 am

1 stop7h 46m

$257

RochesterLas Vegas

ROC - LAS

ROCLAS

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 4/25

4:25 pm-12:59 am

1 stop11h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/1

8:45 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$259

RochesterOntario

ROC - ONT

ROCONT

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 5/2

1:06 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop11h 19m

Ontario

Mon 5/5

10:40 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$271

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 4/23

10:20 am-5:15 pm

2 stops9h 55m

San Diego

Mon 4/28

9:30 pm-9:39 am

1 stop9h 09m

$272

RochesterSan Francisco

ROC - SFO

ROCSFO

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 6/6

6:35 am-10:33 am

1 stop6h 58m

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

11:30 pm-9:46 am

1 stop7h 16m

$277

RochesterPalm Springs

ROC - PSP

ROCPSP

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 5/3

5:45 am-1:51 pm

2 stops11h 06m

Palm Springs

Sat 5/10

7:20 pm-12:04 pm

2 stops13h 44m

$283

RochesterLas Vegas

ROC - LAS

ROCLAS

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 4/10

2:55 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/15

10:15 am-11:21 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$284

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester, New York to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, New York to California (average of $246). Flying from Rochester, New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 CA?

When flying from Rochester, New York to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Rochester to California to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,272 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,890 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Breeze Airways

8.0

Very good

156 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,605 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Rochester to California?
Located just 3.8 mi from the city center, Rochester Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Rochester.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rochester, New York to California one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $104. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Rochester, New York to California for a low price.
What are the most popular routes from Rochester, New York to California?
When deciding which route to take from Rochester, New York to California consider Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - San Francisco or Rochester Greater Rochester Intl - Los Angeles as they are the most popular.
Can I find deals for flights from Rochester to California that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Rochester to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Rochester to California?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rochester to California.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Rochester to California?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to California 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, New York to California?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, New York to California (average of $246). Flying from Rochester, New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 California

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$148	Average$453	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$227	Average$484	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$246	Average$507	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
JetBlue	Cheapest$255	Average$367	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$266	Average$508	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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