Flying from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport (RST): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the most convenient place to catch your flight from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport (RST). Explore the options for setting off from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), the city's main airports.
Rochester International Airport is located in Rochester. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Phoenix.
To ensure you catch your flight from Phoenix to RST, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in around 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport the day before your Phoenix to RST flight:
The majority of flights that depart Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport reach their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82.57%.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Is around AZA 56 kilometres from central Phoenix. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Rochester International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of AZA is 78.65%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Rochester International Airport (RST)
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late flight from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport. AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester and Americas Stay Inn Stewartville are great options near RST.
RST is located at 7600 Helgerson Drive Southwest.
Getting from Rochester International Airport (RST) to central Rochester
Rochester International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Rochester. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport (RST)
At the moment, R 7,571 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,551. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to RST if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Cheap Phoenix to Rochester International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport (RST)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Rochester. July is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport (RST), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Rochester is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to RST plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Rochester
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rochester right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Rochester International Airport:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Rochester when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr Park followed by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Rochester, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 137 kilometres north-west to Minneapolis to check off its popular sights. From Walker Art Centre to Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minnehaha Regional Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 121 kilometres north of Rochester, Saint Paul is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Cathedral of St. Paul, Como Park and Ordway Centre for the Performing Arts.
