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Cheapest round-trip
$438
Typical prices: $438-$630
American Airlines
Wed 10/31Sat 11/3
RST - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$307
Typical prices: $293-$475
American Airlines
Mon 10/22
RST - JFK • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $448 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 6h 00m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl (RST-JFK)

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

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
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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
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7:29 am - 12:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
5h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$438American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
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7:08 am - 1:59 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:07 am - 4:00 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
8h 53m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$444American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
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7:08 am - 7:03 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Boston Logan Intl
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5:29 pm - 11:59 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
7h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$449American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
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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
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 12:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
5h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$462American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 8:03 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 12:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
5h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$462American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 11:47 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 22m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 11:03 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
4h 33m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$466Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 8:03 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:42 am - 12:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
5h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$466American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 7:59 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 12:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
5h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$466American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 1:59 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 12:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
5h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$466American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
Delta Logo
11:15 am - 6:07 pmRST  Rochester-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 52m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 11:03 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-RST Rochester
4h 33m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$472Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport start at $438. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $438 to $630. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $438 on American Airlines.

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When to book flights from Rochester to John F Kennedy Intl

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Your Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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  • Which airports can I use when flying from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 38% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 101% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $438 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $679, a difference of $241. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 29m and 6h 00m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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 Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 $338 to $2,535. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $358, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 6h 00m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Rochester (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

Your guide to booking Rochester to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $438 - about $241 less than Tuesday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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