Travelling from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Seattle's timezone is UTC-8, making Seattle three hours behind Rochester.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your ROC to SEA flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as October? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Rochester Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ROC and SEA include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Chicago Midway Airport
Handy information about Rochester Airport (ROC)
ROC is located at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
72% of flights leaving from Rochester Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Rochester Airport from central Rochester, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
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Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're landing on a late Rochester Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget to explore Seattle and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Rochester Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Seattle based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Rochester Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Seattle during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ROC to SEA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Spokane is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without a visit to Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
