Travelling from Chicago to Rochester International Airport (RST): what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Chicago to Rochester International Airport (RST). Explore your options for taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
Chicago and Rochester (where Rochester International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to RST.
With more travellers during busy periods like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is around 40 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Rochester International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Chicago to Rochester International Airport (RST)? Check out the fares flying out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
American Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago to RST departing from MDW. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 21 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to RST:
About Rochester International Airport (RST)
Consider staying minutes from the runway after your flight from Chicago to Rochester International Airport. AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester is a comfortable option close to RST. Or check in and recharge your batteries at America's Stay Inn Stewartville before continuing to your final destination.
Getting from Rochester International Airport (RST) to central Rochester
From Rochester International Airport, Rochester is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 2 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Rochester International Airport (RST)
Rs99,846 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Rochester International Airport. Return flights start from Rs87,278. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To pick up cheap tickets from Chicago to RST, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Chicago to Rochester International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Rochester International Airport (RST)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Rochester. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Rochester International Airport.
The warmest month in Rochester is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to RST in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between -19ºC and -1ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Rochester International Airport.
More about Rochester
After locking in your flight from Chicago to Rochester International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rochester:
Arborglen Park and Quarry Hill Nature Centre are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Rochester travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Peace Plaza.
Complete your Rochester trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Chicago to Rochester International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Rochester and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
