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$358+ Cheap flights from Rochester (RST) to San Francisco Bay Area

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — SFO
Feb 2 — Feb 91
Sun 2/2
Sun 2/9
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (RST) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 January 28, 2025.

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Cheapest flights from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/45:10 amRST - SFO
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Tue 2/1112:45 pmSFO - RST
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 1/27$463
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 3/51:20 pmRST - SJC
2 stops10h 52mDelta
Tue 3/1111:36 amSJC - RST
2 stops8h 56mDelta
Deal found 1/28$497
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sun 3/96:13 pmRST - SFO
2 stops8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/1310:10 amSFO - RST
2 stops9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/28$547

Find flights from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area 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 January 28, 2025.

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RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Sun 3/16

5:56 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 19m

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

9:21 am-10:32 pm

2 stops11h 11m

$485

RochesterSan Jose

RST - SJC

RSTSJC

Rochester

Wed 3/5

1:20 pm-10:12 pm

2 stops10h 52m

San Jose

Tue 3/11

11:36 am-10:32 pm

2 stops8h 56m

$497

RochesterSan Francisco

RST - SFO

RSTSFO

Rochester

Sun 3/9

6:13 pm-1:11 am

2 stops8h 58m

San Francisco

Thu 3/13

10:10 am-9:57 pm

2 stops9h 47m

$547

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Travel insights for flights from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 RST to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 28, 2025.

When flying from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area, 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 San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated January 28, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,458 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,458 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,458 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,458 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Rochester (RST) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco Bay Area from Rochester.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular route from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area is Rochester - San Francisco. You may also consider Rochester - San Jose or Rochester - Oakland.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area 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 to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 2 airlines flying from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 January 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$277Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$338Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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