Travelling from London to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC): What you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC), you'll have your pick of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Rochester is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London. Greater Rochester International Airport is located in Rochester.
Your flight from London to ROC won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to ROC. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from London to Greater Rochester International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Greater Rochester International Airport with a stop at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). One of the main stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and ROC, it's a great opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to ROC flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Greater Rochester International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
If you have a late flight from London to Greater Rochester International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ROC:
Hit the road running by picking up a Greater Rochester International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Rochester's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your London to Greater Rochester International Airport flight.
You'll find ROC at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
Getting from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to central Rochester
Central Rochester is about 6 kilometres from Greater Rochester International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
292 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Greater Rochester International Airport. Return flights start at 458 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to ROC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your London to Greater Rochester International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from London to Greater Rochester International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from London to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
August is when most people book flights from London to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC). Visit Rochester in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your London to ROC plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Rochester, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Greater Rochester International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Rochester
After booking your flight from London to Greater Rochester International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rochester:
Your Rochester visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include George Eastman Museum, Strong National Museum Of Play and Strasenburgh Planetarium.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Rochester, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 105 kilometres west to Buffalo to tick off its popular sights. From Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex to Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Forest Lawn, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Syracuse is another essential stop in the United States and is around 121 kilometres east of Rochester. No trip is complete without dropping by The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, MOST (Museum of Science and Technology) and Armoury Square.