Flying from London to Rochester International Airport (RST): What you need to know
You can choose from numerous airports when organising a flight from London to Rochester International Airport (RST). Check out your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Rochester International Airport is located in Rochester. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is five hours behind London.
Your flight from London to RST won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to RST even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is an option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Rochester International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to RST flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Rochester International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from STN arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Rochester International Airport (RST)
Have a late flight from London to Rochester International Airport or just want to settle in quick? Booking a hotel close to RST simply makes sense. AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester and Americas Stay Inn Stewartville are great options.
RST is located at 7600 Helgerson Drive Southwest.
Getting from Rochester International Airport (RST) to central Rochester
Central Rochester is around 11 kilometres from Rochester International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Rochester International Airport (RST)
Rs201,178 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Rochester International Airport. Return flights start from Rs327,567. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to RST. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your London to Rochester International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London to Rochester International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Rochester International Airport (RST)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Rochester International Airport (RST), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Rochester based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to RST flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rochester to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Rochester International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -1ºC.
More about Rochester
Start your Rochester trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Rochester International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Rochester should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr Park, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Explore more of the United States
Minneapolis is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rochester. Around 137 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minnehaha Regional Park.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for Saint Paul, roughly 121 kilometres north of Rochester. Cathedral of St. Paul, Como Park and Ordway Centre for the Performing Arts are key highlights.
