$84 Cheap Flights from Rochester (ROC) to New York (LGA)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $84 for one-way flights and $159 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$159 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $159 found 6 hours ago
United
Fri, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 27
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$163 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Rochester to New York, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $163 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 18
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$167 Roundtrip, just found
$167
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Rochester to New York, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $167 just found
Delta
Sat, Aug 23 - Tue, Aug 26
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$167 Roundtrip, just found
$167
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $167 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$168 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $168 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Thu, Aug 28
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$177 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Rochester to New York, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $177 found 20 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$177 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $177 found 6 hours ago
United
Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 12
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$179 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Rochester to New York, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $179 found 12 hours ago
United
Fri, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 27
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$181 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Rochester to New York, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $181 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 18
ROC
Rochester
LGA
New York
$196 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Rochester to New York, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $196 found 1 day ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $153 - $308 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 $157
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $157
Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $207
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $207
Select flight to Westchester County HPN. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $367
HPN
Westchester County
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $367
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
$158
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 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 $84 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?
Cheap round-trip flights from Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) start at $147. 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 Delta flight leaving ROC on July 30 2025 and touching down at LGA. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ROC to LGA?
The cheapest flights from ROC to LGA 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 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 ROC to LGA?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from ROC to LGA is Delta. You can book a seat on this route from $99. 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 30 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
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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