Which airports can I use when flying from Philadelphia to Rochester?

Flights from Philadelphia to Rochester usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Rochester (RST).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Philadelphia to Rochester?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Philadelphia to Rochester.

Which airports do connecting flights from Philadelphia to Rochester pass through?

Connecting flights from Philadelphia to Rochester most commonly pass through: • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 56% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 44% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Philadelphia to Rochester?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Philadelphia to Rochester. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $348 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $469, a difference of $121. 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 Philadelphia to Rochester?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Rochester. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 02m and 5h 31m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 $358 to $1,007. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Philadelphia to Rochester looking right now?

One-way fares from Philadelphia to Rochester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $369, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 02m, compared with 5h 31m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Rochester?

Rochester is 1 hour behind Philadelphia (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 Philadelphia to Rochester flight?

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Rochester range from $338 to $478, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Rochester typically range from $338 to $478. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $358, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Rochester. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Rochester?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Rochester at $318 round-trip. •July ($998) and March ($783) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 213% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Rochester?

American Airlines ($358) and Delta ($358) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Rochester according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Philadelphia to Rochester?

Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the most popular layover for the Philadelphia to Rochester route. 56% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MSP.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Philadelphia to Rochester?

Flights via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $408. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Philadelphia to Rochester which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Philadelphia to Rochester layovers at 2h 56m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 1

5:35 am - 10:13 amPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

5h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

4:24 pm - 11:54 pmRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

6h 30m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$358Delta

Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 21

6:13 am - 11:44 amPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:50 pm - 11:59 pmRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

5h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$358American Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 1

5:35 am - 10:13 amPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

5h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

4:24 pm - 12:52 amRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

7h 28m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 1

5:35 am - 10:13 amPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

5h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

4:24 pm - 11:27 pmRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

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Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 21

6:05 am - 10:13 amPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

5h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

4:23 pm - 1:04 amRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

7h 41m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10

5:52 am - 12:03 pmPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:34 pm - 8:05 pmRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$408American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10

5:52 am - 12:03 pmPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:02 am - 2:55 pmRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

6h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$414American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10

3:54 pm - 11:59 pmPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

9h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:02 am - 2:55 pmRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

6h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$587American Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 1

5:54 am - 12:05 pmPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:38 pm - 8:37 pmRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$611American Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 1

5:54 am - 12:05 pmPHL Philadelphia-RST Rochester

7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:02 am - 2:58 pmRST Rochester-PHL Philadelphia

6h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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How much is a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Rochester? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Philadelphia to Rochester departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Rochester?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Rochester. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Rochester? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Rochester, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •December is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Rochester at $318 round-trip.
•July ($998) and March ($783) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 213% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Philadelphia to Rochester?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Philadelphia to Rochester.
How long is a flight from Philadelphia to Rochester?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Rochester. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 02m and 5h 31m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Rochester flight?
Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Rochester range from $338 to $478, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Philadelphia 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 $358 to $1,007. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Philadelphia to Rochester looking right now?
One-way fares from Philadelphia to Rochester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $369, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Philadelphia to Rochester?
Flights from Philadelphia to Rochester usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Rochester (RST).
Which airports do connecting flights from Philadelphia to Rochester pass through?
Connecting flights from Philadelphia to Rochester most commonly pass through:

• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 56% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 44% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Philadelphia to Rochester?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Philadelphia to Rochester. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $348 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $469, a difference of $121.

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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Philadelphia to Rochester?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 02m, compared with 5h 31m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).
What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Rochester?
Rochester is 1 hour behind Philadelphia (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $348, about $121 less than Tuesday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Philadelphia to Rochester trip for December. Fares historically average $318 round-trip in that month - typically $680 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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.

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