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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rochester to New York Newark? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.R 1,253 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Rochester on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,253, select.
New York.R 1,331 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Rochester on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,331, select.
New York.R 1,491 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Rochester on Tue, 5 May, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,491, select.
New York.R 1,651 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Rochester on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,651, select.
New York.R 1,651 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Rochester on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,651, select.
New York.R 2,141 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Rochester on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,141, select.
New York.R 2,289 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Rochester on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,289, select.
New York.R 2,550 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Rochester on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,550, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rochester to New York Newark

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rochester to New York Newark flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from R 2,289
Mar
from R 1,253
Apr
from R 1,331
May
from R 1,491
Jun
from R 1,651
Jul
from R 1,651
Aug
from R 2,141
Sep
from R 2,550
Oct
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Nov
from R 3,168
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Jan
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Direct flights from Rochester to New York Newark

Rochester to New York Newark: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rochester to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York Newark.

New York LaGuardia

13km from central New York
Closest
from R 1,405
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New York Newark

14km from central New York
from R 1,253
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New York John F. Kennedy

21km from central New York
Cheapest
from R 1,231
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Westchester County

47km from central New York
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Islip

77km from central New York
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Stewart International

88km from central New York
from R 2,110
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Rochester to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,253
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week67

Finding cheap flights from Rochester to New York Newark: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rochester to New York Newark is R 2,663. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Rochester to New York Newark.
United, Republic Airways and GoJet Airlines fly direct from Rochester to New York Newark.
As of February 2026, there are 67 flights per week flying from Rochester to New York Newark.
The cheapest month to fly from Rochester to New York Newark is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rochester Airport to New York Newark Airport on Tuesday, 24 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York Newark but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York Newark.

Travelling from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.

  • Rochester and New York share the same timezone, UTC-4.

  • Flights from ROC to EWR start from 06:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:42 with United Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 69 weekly Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ROC to EWR flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • United Airlines is your gateway to exploring New York (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport offered by this airline.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.

  • With 73.46% of services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ROC to EWR flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between ROC and EWR:

    • Washington Dulles International Airport

    • Logan International Airport

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • At the moment, R 1,253 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,663. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from ROC to EWR by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ROC to EWR.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

  • The address for ROC is 1200 Brooks Avenue.

  • Of all flights leaving Greater Rochester International Airport, 73.76% land on time at their destination.

  • Greater Rochester International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Rochester. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near ROC:

Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central New York. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to New York in February.

  • When booking your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ROC to EWR in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • New York has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Boston is another favourite destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without visiting Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rochester to New York

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