$74 Cheap Flights from Rochester (ROC) to New York (JFK)

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Cheap Flights from Rochester to New York (ROC-JFK)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $74 for one-way flights and $127 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
Sat, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 2
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$127 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $127 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 2
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$127 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $127 found 5 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Aug 20 - Sun, Sep 14
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$137 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Rochester to New York, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $137 found 1 day ago
Delta
Thu, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 4
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$154 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $154 found 6 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 6
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Rochester to New York, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $157 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 2
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$159 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $159 found 9 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 2
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$159 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $159 found 9 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 2
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$162 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $162 found 5 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Mar 18 - Sat, Mar 28
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$167 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Mar 18 from Rochester to New York, returning Sat, Mar 28, priced at $167 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 24
ROC
Rochester
JFK
New York
$170 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Rochester to New York, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $170 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rochester (ROC) to New York (JFK)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $49 - $252 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near New York

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $147
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $147
Select flight to LaGuardia LGA. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $178
LGA
LaGuardia
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $178
Select flight to Westchester County HPN. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $477
HPN
Westchester County
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $477
Flights from Rochester (ROC) to New York (JFK)
Origin airport
Greater Rochester Intl.
Destination airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways
Roundtrip price
$127
Distance
263 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 27 mins

Rochester to New York Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Rochester to New York

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Rochester to New York are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Rochester to New York with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Rochester to New York

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Rochester to New York: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Rochester to New York

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Rochester to New York in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $74 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Rochester to New York flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Rochester to New York airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) cost?
You'll find cheap return fares from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) starting from $127. Book a seat and be on your way. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a JetBlue Airways flight leaving ROC on August 19 2025 and touching down at JFK. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ROC to JFK?
The cheapest flights from ROC to JFK are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
When jetting out of Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC), you can get on a nonstop flight to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) with Delta Air Lines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ROC to JFK?
With prices starting from $72 for a one-way journey from ROC to JFK, JetBlue Airways is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ROC on August 27 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
When taking off from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC), you can take your pick from an average of 4 daily direct flights to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
More people fly between ROC and JFK at 12 PM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ROC to JFK?
Friday offers the most flights from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 5:10AM UTC-5, departing from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC). You'll be in the air for around 1h 31m, coming in to land at John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) at approximately 6:41AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
It takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes to fly the 260 mi from ROC to JFK.
What airline has the least delays from ROC to JFK?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) without any delays. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 83%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
To land at John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) without delays, choose a flight that takes off from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for New York from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC)?
Hop on a direct flight from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to New York and land at any one of these airports:

  • Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from ROC to JFK shortly before your journey is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a ROC to JFK flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a ROC to JFK flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. After choosing your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your ROC to JFK flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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