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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Columbus to Rochester Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $309. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Rochester

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Columbus to Rochester flights are currently cheapest in July.

Columbus to Rochester: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Columbus to Rochester below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rochester.

Columbus to Rochester: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$309
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Rochester: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Columbus to Rochester is $309. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Columbus to Rochester. But we found flights with one stop from $309.
There are no flights flying from Columbus to Rochester, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Rochester is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Rochester Airport on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Columbus and Rochester Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rochester but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rochester is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rochester is United.

Traveling from Columbus to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC): What you need to know

  • Rochester (where Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport is located) and Columbus share the UTC-5 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Columbus to ROC.

  • If you're going away during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • Located around 16 kilometers from the center of Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Columbus to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near John Glenn Columbus International Airport:

  • Of all flights departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Columbus to LCK in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 23 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.

  • It's your vacation, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Rickenbacker International Airport? Before your Columbus to ROC flight, lay your head at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East.

  • 75% of flights taking off from Rickenbacker International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

About Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC)

Getting from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC) to central Rochester

  • Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Rochester. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC)

  • Currently, $135 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $309. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Columbus to ROC. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Columbus to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport ticket.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Columbus to ROC couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as prices go down.

  • Find a cheap flight from Columbus to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Columbus to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC)

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC), while April is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Rochester based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Rochester is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Columbus to ROC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Rochester

Explore more of the United States

  • Rochester is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometers west of Rochester, a visit to Buffalo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex, Buffalo AKG Art Museum and Forest Lawn.

  • Syracuse is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometers east of Rochester. No journey is complete without dropping by Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and Redhouse Arts Center.

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