Travelling from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Toronto: what you need to know
Rochester (the location of Greater Rochester International Airport) and Toronto are in the same timezone — UTC-4.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ROC to Toronto flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from ROC to Toronto, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Rochester to ROC takes around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near ROC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
73.76% of flights departing from Greater Rochester International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find ROC at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto flight is R 2,987. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,286. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ROC to Toronto. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across the month and land an awesome deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ROC to Toronto by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to YYZ if you're coming in on a late flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience more of Toronto and beyond.
Booking your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ROC to Toronto can help you get the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've disembarked your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near YTZ. Settle in and get cosy after your ROC to Toronto flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Hertz, National and Avis.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ can land you a better rate.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto has arrived. Central Toronto is about 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take roughly 4 hours 5 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Stay at a hotel close to YKF and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late ROC to Toronto flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Take control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget are some companies you can book with.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto is always a good idea. Along with more affordable prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
Visit Toronto in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ROC to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Greater Rochester International Airport to Toronto, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Royal Ontario Museum and CN Tower are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Toronto to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without experiencing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
