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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to Rochester:

• Earliest: departs at 8:29 am and lands at 10:02 am
• Latest: departs at 10:59 pm and lands at 12:32 am.

The flight takes about 1h 33m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Rochester:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from New York to Rochester takes 1h 33m, covering 250 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from New York to Rochester range from $228 to $398, with an average of $303 over the past 12 months. Anything below $228 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the $303 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $232 round-trip via Boston Logan Intl (BOS), compared to $303 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Night is the busiest departure period on New York to Rochester flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 30%, afternoon flights for 20%, and evening flights for 10%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to Rochester flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between New York and Rochester is around $233 round-trip, with a flight time of about 1h 31m. Taking the train is much cheaper at around $124, with a trip time of about 6h 58m. The bus is similarly priced at around $70 and takes about 5h 30m. Compared with flying, recent train and bus fares are roughly 59% lower. However, those options take about 4+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from New York to Rochester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $129, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Alamo
• Avis

Flights from New York to Rochester may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Greater Rochester Intl (ROC).

One-stop flights from New York to Rochester most commonly connect through:

• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 39% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from New York to Rochester. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $271 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $359, a difference of $88.

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

3 airlines operate flights between New York and Rochester. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• United Airlines
• JetBlue

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 52m, compared with 4h 05m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 5h 02m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

Some of the most popular sights in Rochester are Strong National Museum of Play, Rochester Riverside Convention Center and Blue Cross Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Rochester on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New York to Rochester flights:

• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

When flying out of New York City, your best choice is John F. Kennedy International Airport as it is the easiest to get to using the city’s subway system. The simplest way to get to John F. Kennedy International Airport from Manhattan is by taking the A train to the airport. Once you arrive, you can hop on the AirTrain to your terminal within the airport.

Greater Rochester International Airport is located less than 5 miles southwest of Rochester City and is accessible via either public or private transportation. The cheapest transport option from the airport to the city is via bus line 23 which departs from the lower level of the terminal. This bus takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the city center. Alternatively, you can opt for a taxi, ride-sharing service, or car rental from any of the companies that operate from within the airport.

If you’re traveling with your furry friend, you will enjoy the experience at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The airport provides 7 indoor pet relief areas, with each terminal having it's own pet relief area - Terminal 5 even has 2 pet relief areas. Additionally, the airport has the Ark pet facility where you can conveniently access veterinary services while at the airport.

All New York airports provide a range of convenient and affordable parking options for passengers. All 3 airports offer both short-term and long-term parking options, with John F. Kennedy International Airport offering the most accessible parking lots via AirTrain. The airports also provide electric vehicle charging stations at specific parking lots.