Travelling from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia and Rochester (where Greater Rochester International Airport is located) are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route, with 23 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from ROC to PHL is with American Airlines at 18:37. Choose the first departure with American Airlines at 06:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ROC to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your journey at ROC and fly straight to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia tickets.
Look out for offers from American Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia.
Travelling from central Rochester to ROC takes about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ROC:
Of all flights departing from Greater Rochester International Airport, 73.76% land on schedule at their destination.
ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Philadelphia
The best price we've found for a one-way Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia flight is 99 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 190 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from ROC to Philadelphia, book your journey one month before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
There's no need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from ROC to Philadelphia.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ROC to Philadelphia.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
After your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Following your ROC to Philadelphia flight, kick back at a hotel near TTN. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TTN will help you stay within budget.
You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are usually higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Philadelphia in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ROC to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Philadelphia, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Boston is another well-known destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.