Cheap Flights from New York (EWR) to Rochester (ROC)

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Flight deals from New York Newark to Rochester

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark to Rochester? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Rochester

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Rochester flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from New York Newark to Rochester

New York Newark to Rochester: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York Newark to Rochester below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rochester.

New York to Rochester: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$211
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 28 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week57

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Rochester: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Rochester is $211. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to Rochester.
United, GoJet Airlines and Republic Airways fly direct from New York Newark to Rochester.
As of May 2025, there are 57 flights per week flying from New York Newark to Rochester.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Rochester is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Rochester Airport on Wednesday, 18 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rochester but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rochester is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rochester.

Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Flights from EWR to ROC start at 06:55 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:59 with United Airlines. In total, there are 35 weekly Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport flights.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your EWR to ROC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • United Airlines is your ticket to exploring Rochester (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport offered by this airline.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.

  • With 70.19% of services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating EWR to ROC flights.

  • If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EWR and ROC:

    • Logan International Airport

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport flight is $121. A return fare right now is $211. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from EWR to ROC by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EWR to ROC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • When it comes to Newark Liberty International Airport's on-time performance, 73.3% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Newark Liberty International Airport from central New York, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to EWR? If you're catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

Getting from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to central Rochester

  • ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.

  • Greater Rochester International Airport to central Rochester has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Rochester in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Greater Rochester International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Rochester, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EWR to ROC in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rochester. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 418 kilometres south-east of Rochester. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among its highlights.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.