Cheap Flights to Rochester from £416

Flights to Rochester in 2021

Popular in	July	High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Cheapest in	November	Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average price	£468	Average for round-trip flights in March 2021
Round-trip from	£416	From London to Rochester

COVID Restrictions

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Can I fly to Rochester right now?

Yes, there are currently restrictions on flights to Rochester along with the rest of United States. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: The United States has restricted the entry of all foreign nationals who have passed through or have been in Austria, Belgium, China, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, or the United Kingdom (excluding overseas territories outside of Europe), in the past 14 days. Starting on May 28, foreign nationals who have passed through or have been in Brazil in the last 14 days will also be restricted from entering the United States. US citizens and permanent residents who have passed through or have been in any of the above countries in the past 14 days may still enter the United States, but must arrive at one of the following airports: Atlanta (ATL), Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), Dallas, (DFW), Detroit (DTW), Honolulu (HNL), Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), New York (JFK or EWR), San Francisco (SFO), Seattle (SEA), and Washington (IAD). Family members of US citizens and permanent residents, and certain other limited categories of visa holders (such as UN staff and diplomats) may also enter. Travelers who are allowed to enter the United States but have passed through or have been in any of the countries named above must quarantine for 14 days once they reach their final destination.. If you are looking to book a trip to Rochester and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about travelling during COVID-19.

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Cheapest prices for Rochester flights by month

January

£457

February

£486

March

£468

April

£523

May

£493

June

£547

July

£583

August

£494

September

£469

October

£438

November

£400

December

£532

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Rochester. Flying to Rochester in July will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the best time to fly to Rochester?

LON - MSP Price	£400 - £713
MSP Temperature	-3 - 29 °C
MSP Rainfall	17 - 113 mm

Rochester is best visited in the summer months between June and August, when the days are warm and temperatures can rise above 30°C. Spring and autumn months are cooler and finding cheap flights should be easier, while the winter months can be exceptionally cold. It is common to get significant snowfall in Rochester in the winter season with temperatures dropping below freezing between November and February.

When is the best time to book a flight to Rochester?

The price you pay for your flight to Rochester may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Rochester?

The cheapest flights to Rochester are usually found when departing on a Tuesday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Sunday.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Rochester?

At the moment, flights in the evening are likely to offer the best value for money for your Rochester trip. A flight in the morning will more often than not be of higher cost.

Rochester overview

Located just south of Minneapolis near the Mississippi River, Rochester is a thriving city that has grown from a small stagecoach stop. Now, the third largest city in the US state of Minnesota, Rochester offers a fascinating array of historic, cultural and recreational points of interest. Many of the city’s historical buildings can be visited within the city centre area, such as the Chateau Theatre, a Vaudeville house that dates back to 1927, and Avalon Music, a former hotel that featured in the Civil Rights Movement. To learn more about Rochester’s history, you can spend time at the Heritage House Victorian Museum, a fascinating building located in Rochester’s Central Park, which gives an insight into family life of that era. Alternatively, visit the History Centre of Olmsted County, which displays traditional buildings and artefacts of early settlers. Rochester is also renowned for its performing arts, particularly the Rochester Symphony Orchestra & Chorale, a non-profit organisation that performs regularly throughout the year. Renowned for its quality of life, Rochester is a wonderful place to explore and discover live entertainment, particularly in the summer, when street artists and bands perform along the sidewalks or on stages around the city. There are also many large entertainment venues within the city, such as the Mayo Civic Centre, which offers sports events, music and theatre, and the Rochester Art Centre, which provides a wide variety of contemporary art exhibitions and programmes.

Getting around Rochester

There is an extensive network of buses that run throughout the city area, all of which go to the downtown area. If you want to travel from one area of the city to another, you will have to change buses in the centre. There are also several taxi companies that operate within the city and their fares are controlled by the City of Rochester. Many hotels also offer complimentary shuttle services to their guests. If you prefer to hire your own car, you will find several major car hire companies located in the downtown area near the Mayo Clinic. Rochester does not have a train service, so the nearest station is located in Winona, which is 50 minutes’ drive to the east.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Rochester International Airport (ROC) is situated 7 miles (11 km) south of Rochester just off Highway 63. Transfer to the city centre area of Rochester is easy by taking a taxi or shuttle bus from the airport. There are various local taxi companies that service the airport and also a shared ride service. There are also five major car rental companies that operate at the airport building.