Travelling from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Rochester Airport (ROC): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SJO to ROC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Rochester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SJO and ROC include:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Rochester Airport (ROC)
Right now, $312 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Rochester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $998. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SJO to ROC, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Rochester Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from SJO to ROC is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Rochester Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
79% of flights that take off from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central San Jose to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel near SJO? If you're catching an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Rochester Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rochester Airport (ROC)
Consider booking a hotel close to ROC if you're on a late San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Rochester Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Rochester Airport rental car and explore Rochester and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Dollar and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Rochester Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Rochester Airport (ROC) to central Rochester
ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
From Rochester Airport, Rochester is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Rochester Airport (ROC)
October is the busiest month for flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Rochester Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Rochester in January.
The warmest month in Rochester is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Rochester Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJO to ROC in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Rochester has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres south-east of Rochester, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another standout destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Rochester. No journey is complete without a visit to Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
