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$166+ Cheap flights from Rochester, NY (ROC) to Columbus

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 3/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — CMH
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (ROC) to Columbus (C01). 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 February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$193
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$166
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$254
From Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Rochester to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:55 amROC - CMH
1 stop13h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/134:08 pmCMH - ROC
1 stop17h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/22$193
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 4/75:12 amROC - CMH
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Mon 4/76:00 pmCMH - ROC
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 2/21$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 9/126:05 amROC - CMH
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Sun 9/145:45 amCMH - ROC
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/236:00 amROC - CMH
1 stop3h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/297:00 amCMH - ROC
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$337

Find flights from Rochester to Columbus within your budget

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Price

RochesterColumbus

ROC - CMH

ROCCMH

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 5/7

10:55 am-12:11 am

1 stop13h 16m

Columbus

Tue 5/13

4:08 pm-10:00 am

1 stop17h 52m

$193

RochesterColumbus

ROC - CMH

ROCCMH

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 4/7

5:12 am-11:54 am

1 stop6h 42m

Columbus

Mon 4/7

6:00 pm-12:21 am

1 stop6h 21m

$247

RochesterColumbus

ROC - CMH

ROCCMH

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sun 3/23

6:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop3h 41m

Columbus

Sat 3/29

7:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$337

RochesterColumbus

ROC - CMH

ROCCMH

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 4/7

6:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

Columbus

Mon 4/7

3:05 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$388

RochesterColumbus

ROC - CMH

ROCCMH

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 3/28

12:14 pm-12:39 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$166

RochesterColumbus

ROC - CMH

ROCCMH

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 3/28

11:27 am-6:08 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$214

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Deals found on 2/21

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Travel insights for flights from Rochester to Columbus

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, New York to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Rochester, New York to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Rochester, New York to Columbus by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,012 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rochester to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Rochester to Columbus?

    Rochester Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Rochester to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Greater Rochester Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Rochester airport to Columbus. It is only a 3.8 mi journey to Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) from Rochester’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rochester, New York to Columbus round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rochester, New York to Columbus round-trip from $193. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $247, and United Airlines, from $337. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rochester to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rochester to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rochester to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, New York to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Rochester, New York to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 3 airlines flying from Rochester to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$217Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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