Flying from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore the options for booking a flight from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) departing from either of these bases.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport flight.
The timezone in Rochester is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Greater Rochester International Airport is located in Rochester.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC), with 46 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from ORD to ROC is the 7:10am United Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 9:05pm with United Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to ROC, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) leave from this terminal.
When leaving from ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport with United Airlines.
United Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from ORD to ROC.
The most punctual carrier on this route is United Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 78.01% of the time.
Located around 40 kms (25 miles) from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Planning to catch a flight from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from Chicago to ROC with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of MDW.
Southwest Airlines is the go-to airline for bookings on the MDW to ROC route.
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kms (12 miles) or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to ROC flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kms (85 miles) or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
Consider staying in a hotel near ROC if you have a late flight from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Greater Rochester International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Rochester and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport flight.
You'll find ROC at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
Getting from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to central Rochester
Greater Rochester International Airport to the centre of Rochester is roughly 4 miles. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
£61 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport. A return flight starts from £150. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to ROC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Rochester. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
When booking your Chicago to ROC plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Rochester, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Rochester
After booking your flight from Chicago to Greater Rochester International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rochester:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Rochester when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at George Eastman Museum followed by Strong National Museum Of Play and Strasenburgh Planetarium.
Explore more of the United States
Buffalo is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rochester. Around 105 kms (65 miles) away to the west, check out popular attractions including Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Forest Lawn.
Around 121 kms (75 miles) east of Rochester, Syracuse is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, MOST (Museum of Science and Technology) and Armoury Square.
