Travelling from New York to Rochester International Airport (RST): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out where you'll catch your flight from New York to Rochester International Airport (RST). Explore the options for setting off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), two of the city's main airports.
Rochester is one hour behind New York. Rochester International Airport is located in Rochester, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to RST. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Rochester International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can get to EWR from central New York in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to RST flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Rochester International Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Rochester International Airport (RST)
Touching down on a late flight from New York to Rochester International Airport? Collect your bags and go directly to the comfort of a hotel near RST. AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester and Americas Stay Inn Stewartville will have you hitting the pillow sooner.
The address for RST is 7600 Helgerson Drive Southwest.
Getting from Rochester International Airport (RST) to central Rochester
Rochester International Airport to the centre of Rochester is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Rochester International Airport (RST)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Rochester International Airport is 140 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 304 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to RST if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from New York to Rochester International Airport (RST)
February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Rochester International Airport (RST), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Rochester based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your New York to RST plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Rochester, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Rochester International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rochester
Start your Rochester trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Rochester International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr Park and Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Rochester itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Rochester, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 137 kilometres north-west to Minneapolis to check off its top sights. From Walker Art Centre to Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minnehaha Regional Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another corner of the United States, consider Saint Paul, roughly 121 kilometres north of Rochester. Cathedral of St. Paul, Como Park and Ordway Centre for the Performing Arts are key reasons to visit.
