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Cheapest round-trip
$348
Typical prices: $328-$527
American Airlines
Mon 1/15Mon 1/22
CMH - RST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$241
Typical prices: $302-$404
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
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 $377 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 25m (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

Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 22
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:04 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
7h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 6:24 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$348American Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Fri, Dec 25
American Airlines Logo
5:29 am - 11:44 amCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
7h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:07 am - 12:51 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$348American Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Dec 26
Delta Logo
7:35 pm - 10:54 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
4h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:23 pm - 11:04 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$348Delta
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 21
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 10:13 amCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
4h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:23 pm - 11:04 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$348Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
11:41 am - 4:00 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:02 am - 2:16 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
6h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$348American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
6:37 am - 12:03 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
6h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:29 pm - 9:15 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
3h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$348American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
6:40 am - 10:13 amCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
4h 33m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
11:15 am - 6:10 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 55m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$348Delta
Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 22
Delta Logo
11:02 am - 3:40 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
5h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:24 pm - 11:17 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$348Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Dec 26
Delta Logo
7:35 pm - 10:54 pmCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
4h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:23 pm - 11:04 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$348Delta
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 22
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 10:13 amCMH  Columbus-RST Rochester
4h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:23 pm - 11:04 pmRST  Rochester-CMH Columbus
5h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$348Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Rochester flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester typically range from $328 to $527. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $348, on American Airlines.

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

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

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Rochester?

•August is the cheapest month 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

November

Cheapest flight

$241
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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.

  • 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 25m 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.

  • 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 $527, with an average of $398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $348 to $792. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 $279, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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).

  • 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) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 41% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Columbus Airport to Rochester. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $755, a difference of $447.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 25m, 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $308, about $447 less than Tuesday fares (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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