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Cheapest round-trip
$418
Typical prices: $418-$472
Delta
Sun 10/21Sun 10/28
JFK - RST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$408
Typical prices: $373-$582
Delta
Sat 9/29
JFK - RST • 1 stop
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 15% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $441 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 5h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Rochester (JFK-RST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Rochester

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:29 am - 10:43 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
5h 14m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:22 pm - 11:59 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 37m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$418Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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3:30 pm - 12:07 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
9h 37m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:02 pm - 7:59 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$424American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
8:25 am - 3:42 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
8h 17m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Minneapolis St Paul
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4:22 pm - 12:59 amRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 37m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$429Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:10 pm - 12:07 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 1:59 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$438American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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10:29 am - 3:46 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 7:59 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$438American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 3:42 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
9h 32m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
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4:22 pm - 11:59 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 37m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$444Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:29 am - 10:43 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
5h 14m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:23 am - 8:30 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 07m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$444Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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8:25 am - 3:42 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
8h 17m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 1:48 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 48m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$449Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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2:40 pm - 10:45 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
9h 05m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Minneapolis St Paul
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11:23 am - 8:30 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 07m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$449Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
10:29 am - 3:46 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 1:59 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$462American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester?

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester start at $418. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $418 to $472. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $418 on Delta.

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Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$408
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Rochester

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Rochester (RST).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester pass through?

    Connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester most commonly pass through:

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $794, a difference of $376. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 59m and 5h 38m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 $418 to $1,728. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $766, which is 58% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 59m, compared with 5h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Rochester?

    Rochester is 1 hour behind New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester range from $418 to $472, with an average of $432 over the past 12 months. Anything below $418 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $418 - about $376 less than Wednesday (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Rochester trip for April. Fares historically average $368 round-trip in that month - typically $79 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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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