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$133+ Cheap flights from Rochester, NY to San Diego (ROC - SAN)

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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — SAN
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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The best prices from Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to San Diego are usually found in January or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Rochester to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (ROC) to San Diego (SAN). 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 December 19, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$253
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$133
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$459
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Cheapest flights from Rochester to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:42 pmROC - SAN
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/306:35 amSAN - ROC
1 stop8h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$582
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/242:20 pmROC - SAN
1 stop9h 53mDelta
Fri 12/2712:32 pmSAN - ROC
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/18$670
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/196:10 amROC - SAN
2 stops11h 35mSouthwest
Thu 1/211:20 amSAN - ROC
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$671
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/186:35 pmROC - SAN
3 stops25h 36mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/26:06 pmSAN - ROC
3 stops26h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,060
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/269:30 pmROC - SAN
3 stops27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/307:16 pmSAN - ROC
2 stops19h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,076
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/192:50 pmROC - SAN
2 stops12h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/298:05 pmSAN - ROC
3 stops14h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,092

Find flights from Rochester to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 1/9

2:21 pm-8:58 am

2 stops21h 37m

San Diego

Sun 1/12

1:31 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops20h 49m

$253

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 1/17

1:52 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop11h 16m

San Diego

Sat 1/25

9:55 pm-10:48 am

1 stop9h 53m

$256

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 1/16

5:51 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop8h 01m

San Diego

Fri 1/24

10:10 pm-11:45 am

1 stop10h 35m

$296

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 2/13

11:14 am-8:27 pm

1 stop12h 13m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

9:37 pm-10:29 am

1 stop9h 52m

$297

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 1/9

6:30 am-1:01 pm

2 stops9h 31m

San Diego

Sun 1/12

9:30 pm-9:47 am

1 stop9h 17m

$298

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 3/22

6:10 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

9:00 am-10:05 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$397

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 6/13

4:41 pm-8:52 am

2 stops19h 11m

San Diego

Sat 6/21

2:40 pm-10:52 am

2 stops17h 12m

$687

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 1/20

1:52 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop11h 16m

$133

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 1/30

7:55 am-8:58 am

3 stops28h 03m

$156

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 3/27

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$170

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rochester to San Diego in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester, New York-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rochester, New York-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rochester, New York-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rochester, New York-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rochester, New York-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Rochester to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Rochester to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Rochester to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rochester, New York to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rochester to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Rochester, New York to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, New York to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Rochester, New York to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Rochester, New York to San Diego in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Rochester to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Delta and Southwest. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rochester, New York to San Diego round-trip from $253. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $256, and Delta, from $296. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $133. Users have also found prices from $156 and $170 on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rochester to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, New York to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Rochester, New York to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to San Diego. 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$241Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$295Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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