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Cheapest round-trip
$486
Typical prices: $348-$560
Delta
Wed 12/26Fri 1/5
SAN - RST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$308
Typical prices: $402-$462
Delta
Wed 12/12
SAN - RST • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 52% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $487 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Rochester (SAN-RST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Rochester

Sat, Dec 26 - Tue, Jan 5
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6:25 am - 3:43 pmSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
7h 18m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:24 pm - 8:25 pmRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
6h 01m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$486Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13
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3:10 pm - 10:56 pmSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
5h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:27 pm - 8:44 pmRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
6h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$486Delta
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
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3:10 pm - 10:56 pmSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
5h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:27 pm - 8:44 pmRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
6h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$486Delta
Wed, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 13
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3:10 pm - 10:56 pmSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
5h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:27 pm - 8:44 pmRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
6h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$486Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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3:10 pm - 10:56 pmSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
5h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 10:55 amRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
6h 55m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$486Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:15 am - 3:40 pmSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
7h 25m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:24 pm - 8:25 pmRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
6h 01m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$486Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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3:10 pm - 10:56 pmSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
5h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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12:15 pm - 6:09 pmRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
7h 54m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$492Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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3:10 pm - 10:56 pmSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
5h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 2:39 pmRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
10h 39m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$492Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29
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7:15 pm - 12:04 pmSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
14h 49m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:19 am - 1:09 pmRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
9h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$575American Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29
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1:59 pm - 12:25 amSAN  San Diego-RST Rochester
8h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:35 pm - 11:59 pmRST  Rochester-SAN San Diego
9h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$580American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Rochester flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Rochester typically range from $348 to $560. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $486, on Delta.

Key details for San Diego to Rochester flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$308
Beat the crowds with an average 88% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Rochester

When to book flights from San Diego to Rochester

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego 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 San Diego to Rochester 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 San Diego to Rochester?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Rochester:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Rochester?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Diego to Rochester. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 12m and 9h 26m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego to Rochester flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Rochester range from $348 to $560, with an average of $438 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego to Rochester changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $486 to $938. That means the highest observed fare was about 93% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Rochester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $351, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from San Diego to Rochester usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Rochester (RST).

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

    Connecting flights from San Diego to Rochester most commonly pass through:

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 90% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from San Diego to Rochester. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $382 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $659, a difference of $277.

    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 San Diego to Rochester?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 12m, compared with 9h 26m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Rochester?

    Rochester is 2 hours ahead of San Diego (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Rochester 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $382, about $277 less than Friday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Rochester trip for December. Fares historically average $208 round-trip in that month - typically $712 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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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