Flying from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Check out your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) setting off from either of these bases.
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport flight.
Greater Rochester International Airport is located in Rochester. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Tampa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Tampa to ROC.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Nonstop flights from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) operate from here.
Southwest Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport departing from TPA.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between TPA and ROC is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 83.33% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
TPA is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% land on time at their destination.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
PIE is about 29 kilometres from central Tampa. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Tampa to ROC flight, stay in one of these hotels near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport:
77.01% of flights out of St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ROC instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Greater Rochester International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Dollar or Budget and see more of Rochester and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport flight.
ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
Getting from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to central Rochester
Central Rochester is around 6 kilometres from Greater Rochester International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport is 64 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 166 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tampa to ROC if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Rochester. August is when most people book flights from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Tampa 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).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Rochester
After booking your flight from Tampa to Greater Rochester International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rochester:
George Eastman Museum and Strong National Museum Of Play are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Rochester travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Strasenburgh Planetarium.
Explore more of the United States
Rochester has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres west of Rochester, a trip to Buffalo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Forest Lawn.
Around 121 kilometres east of Rochester, Syracuse is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, MOST (Museum of Science and Technology) and Armoury Square.
