Flying from Rochester International Airport (RST) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Rochester.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your RST to PHX flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Rochester International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Many travellers pass through O'Hare International Airport when flying between RST and PHX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rochester International Airport (RST) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Right now, R 2,975 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rochester International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 5,053. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from RST to PHX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Rochester International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RST to PHX.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Rochester International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Rochester International Airport (RST)
The address for RST is 7600 Helgerson Drive Southwest.
80.17% of flights leaving Rochester International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of RST.
Rochester International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Rochester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Rochester International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? Stay somewhere near RST, such as AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester. America's Stay Inn Stewartville will also have you moments from your departure gate.
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Rochester International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and see more of Phoenix and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
From Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, Phoenix is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The quietest month for a flight from Rochester International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Phoenix based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Rochester International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RST to PHX in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Phoenix has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres west of Phoenix, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.
