$79 Cheap Flights from Rochester (ROC) to New York (LGA)

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Popular airlines from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $157 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Fri, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 13
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Rochester to New York, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $157 just found
Delta
Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$157 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $157 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 10
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$159 Roundtrip, just found
$159
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Rochester to New York, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $159 just found
Delta
Mon, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 29
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$163 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Rochester to New York, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $163 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 3
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$167 Roundtrip, just found
$167
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Rochester to New York, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $167 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 21
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$169 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Rochester to New York, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $169 found 23 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 16
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$169 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $169 found 1 hour ago
United
Fri, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 16
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$170 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $170 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 11
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$172 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Rochester to New York, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $172 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 3
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$411 Roundtrip, just found
$411
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Rochester to New York, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $411 just found

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $153 - $321 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near New York

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

Select flight to John F. Kennedy Intl. JFK. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 24 minutes. Flights from $117
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $117
Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $137
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $137
Select flight to Westchester County HPN. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $257
HPN
Westchester County
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $257
Flights from Rochester (ROC) to New York (LGA)
Origin airport
Greater Rochester Intl.
Destination airport
LaGuardia
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$153
Distance
253 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 16 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 September. 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 $79 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 LaGuardia Airport (LGA) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $79 or cheap return flight from $157 from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Flying in September can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between ROC and LGA. You'll typically find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Fly nonstop from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from ROC to LGA, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and ideal departure window. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to list the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Daily, an average of 2 direct flights take off from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Select the departure time that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
More travelers fly between ROC and LGA at 11 AM than at any other time of day. Rather 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 LGA?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of options for flights from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
What is the earliest flight from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC)'s first flight to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) departs at approximately 6:00AM UTC-5. With a travel duration of 1h 29m, you'll touch down at around 7:29AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Flights from ROC to LGA have an average travel time of 1 hour and 24 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 250 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
To avoid potential delays on the Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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)?
You can land at one of these New York airports following your direct flight from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC):

  • 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 LaGuardia Airport (LGA) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from ROC to LGA are typically more expensive. For the lowest rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a ROC to LGA flight and hotel package?
Securing a ROC to LGA flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our wide range of hotels and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Typically, you're able to reschedule or cancel your ROC to LGA flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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