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Cheapest round-trip
$343
Typical prices: $328-$521
American Airlines
Wed 9/26Wed 10/3
CMH - RST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$278
Typical prices: $302-$404
American Airlines
Sat 11/3
CMH - RST • 1 stop
When to travel
August
Cheapest • 25% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $381 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Rochester (CMH-RST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Rochester

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
6:38 am - 9:49 amCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
4h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 12:35 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$343American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 12:32 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 1:32 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$363American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
10:14 am - 3:46 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:27 pm - 11:24 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$363American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 12:07 amCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
6h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:27 pm - 11:24 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$363American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
Delta Logo
2:21 pm - 10:38 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
9h 17m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 10:00 amRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
3h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$457Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
Delta Logo
2:21 pm - 10:38 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
9h 17m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 1:29 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
7h 14m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$491Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 12:07 amCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
4h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 11:29 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
9h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$503American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 12:07 amCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
6h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 10:56 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
8h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$503American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 3:42 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
8h 27m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 3:16 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
8h 16m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$569Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 3:42 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
8h 27m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 3:16 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
8h 16m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$577Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Rochester flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester start at $343. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $328 to $521. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $343 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Rochester, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 89% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

  • August and September are the cheapest months to fly from Columbus Airport to Rochester at $298 round-trip.
  • January ($755) and March ($729) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 153% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Rochester flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$278
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 83% increase in price.
Flight from Columbus Airport to Rochester

When to book flights from Columbus to Rochester

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Rochester based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Rochester flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Rochester (RST).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester pass through?

    Connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 42% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

    On the Columbus Airport to Rochester route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 60%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $308 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $755: a $447 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbus Airport to Rochester. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 23m and 5h 01m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Rochester changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $343 to $881. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Rochester looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Rochester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $336, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 23m, compared with 5h 01m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Rochester?

    Rochester is 1 hour behind Columbus Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Rochester flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester range from $328 to $521, with an average of $398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Rochester flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $308 - about $447 less than Tuesday (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Rochester trip for August. Fares historically average $298 round-trip in that month - typically $457 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Rochester Airport.
    - Comfort Inn & Suites Rochester South Mayo Clinic

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