Rochester to San Francisco: what the flight costs
In the last 60 days we checked this route 5 times. The typical round trip was $528 per person and the lowest $451, taxes and fees included.
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| Lowest seen | $451 |
| Typical (median) | $528 |
| Price checks, 60 days | 5 |
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Trips we picked on this route
Just found · from RochesterWorth it, if
San Francisco
Nov 13–18, 2026 · 5 nights
- $60 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Royal Pacific Motor Inn, rated 8 by 1,945 guests
- Free cancellation at Royal Pacific Motor Inn
$1,869 for two · 5 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
Flights $902 + hotel $967, taxes in · a checked bag each adds about $160
United · with a stop · 15h 38m
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 15h 38m in all.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Every fare we found in the last 30 days
| Checked | Trip dates | Per person | Airline | Stops | Duration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | Nov 19–24, 2026 | $605 | B6 + F9 + G4 | with a stop | 31h 46m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 14, 2026 | Nov 5–10, 2026 | $528 | G4 + B6 + F9 + MX | with a stop | 17h 13m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Nov 13–18, 2026 | $451 | UA | with a stop | 15h 38m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Nov 13–18, 2026 | $453 | UA | with a stop | 8h 34m | Kiwi.com |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Nov 14–21, 2026 | $698 | MX + F9 + SY + B6 | with a stop | 19h 12m | Kiwi.com |
About San Francisco
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Questions about Rochester to San Francisco
What does a round trip from Rochester to San Francisco usually cost?
Over the last 60 days the typical price we found was $528 per person, taxes and fees included, across 5 checks; the lowest was $451.
When is the best time to fly from Rochester to San Francisco?
San Francisco is at its best in April, May, September, October and November. Avoid July, August: Foggy, chilly summer with the heaviest crowds
Do I need a passport to fly from Rochester to San Francisco?
No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for San Francisco.