Flying from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to San Jose: what you need to know
San Jose is three hours behind Rochester, where Greater Rochester International Airport is located. San Jose runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your ROC to San Jose flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 6 kilometres from central Rochester, ROC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near ROC. Whether you have an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to San Jose or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Greater Rochester International Airport, 73.76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to San Jose
R 3,736 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Greater Rochester International Airport to San Jose flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 7,262. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from ROC to San Jose, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Greater Rochester International Airport to San Jose across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ROC to San Jose by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to San Jose.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is around 6 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near SJC if you have a late flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to San Jose. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport around one week before your flight from ROC to San Jose.
You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Best time to go to San Jose
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to San Jose. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to San Jose in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Greater Rochester International Airport to San Jose flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ROC to San Jose around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Jose
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Jose right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to San Jose:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, Winchester Mystery House and San Jose Museum of Art are major attractions which should be on every San Jose itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Jose. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Fresno is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres east of San Jose. No journey is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
