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Cheapest round-trip
$281
Typical prices: $344-$493
American Airlines
Mon 11/19Sat 11/24
ROC - MSP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$141
Typical prices: $200-$359
United Airlines
Mon 11/26
ROC - MSP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rochester and Minneapolis. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 12% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $284 (round-trip)
Baltimore/Washington (BWI)
Shortest trip • 4h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rochester to Minneapolis (ROC-MSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rochester to Minneapolis

Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 24
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:11 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 11:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$281American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
Southwest Logo
1:55 pm - 5:15 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 9:05 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
$281Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Southwest Logo
1:55 pm - 5:15 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 10:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
7h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$281Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:23 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 11:43 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
9h 33m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$286United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 3:56 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 26m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:32 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$301United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 24
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:11 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:34 pm - 11:59 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$301American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
American Airlines Logo
6:04 am - 12:37 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:48 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
6h 48m1 stop Philadelphia
$310American Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 1
Delta Logo
7:30 pm - 12:32 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:30 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Dec 19
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:40 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:58 pm - 11:13 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429Delta
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 2:06 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
20h 13m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 6:25 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
10h 45m1 stop Tampa
$656Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rochester to Minneapolis flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Rochester to Minneapolis typically range from $344 to $493. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $281, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rochester to Minneapolis. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester to Minneapolis at $356 round-trip.
•June ($477) and December ($437) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Rochester to Minneapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Rochester to Minneapolis are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Rochester to Minneapolis flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$141
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Rochester to Minneapolis

When to book flights from Rochester to Minneapolis

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Rochester to Minneapolis:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Rochester to Minneapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Rochester to Minneapolis takes 00m, covering 780 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rochester to Minneapolis?

    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 Rochester to Minneapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rochester to Minneapolis range from $344 to $493, with an average of $405 over the past 12 months. Anything below $344 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Rochester to Minneapolis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 65% above the $405 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Rochester to Minneapolis 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 $281 to $2,288. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rochester to Minneapolis are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $391, which is 38% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)?

    Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $68 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Rochester to Minneapolis usually depart from Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Rochester to Minneapolis. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $375 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $569, a difference of $194.

    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 Rochester to Minneapolis?

    Flying via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 30m, compared with 4h 40m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 44m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Rochester and Minneapolis?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Minneapolis?

    Some of the most popular sights in Minneapolis are U.S. Bank Stadium, Target Field and Target Center. These are among the most viewed places in Minneapolis on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rochester to Minneapolis 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $375, about $194 less than Monday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rochester to Minneapolis trip for April. Fares historically average $356 round-trip in that month - typically $121 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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