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Flights from San Jose to Rochester

There are no direct flights from San Jose to Rochester. The fastest way is one stop via Chicago or Minneapolis, about 7h 12m door to door (2 connections a week on current schedules).

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 6h 49m
SJCRSTORD

San Jose to Rochester at a glance

Fastest journey6h 49mVia Chicago, on current schedules
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Chicago or Minneapolis

Best ways to fly from San Jose to Rochester

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

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SJC Chicago (ORD) RST
Leg 1: United Airlines · Leg 2: Envoy Air
Sun06:30 SJC12:31 ORD2h 14m connection14:45 ORD15:42 RSTUnited Airlines + Envoy Air
2 connections a weekSelf-transfer likely Fastest 7h 12m
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SJC Minneapolis (MSP) RST
Leg 1: Delta Air Lines · Leg 2: Sun Country Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~6h 49m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
2,575 km1,599 miles
Journey time
6h 49mon current schedules
Time difference
+2hRochester vs San Jose
Currency in Rochester
USD
Airports
SJC → RST

Flights from San Jose to Rochester: questions answered

Are there direct flights from San Jose to Rochester?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Chicago and Minneapolis. Most connections mean separate tickets, so leave plenty of time to collect bags and check in again.
How long is the flight from San Jose to Rochester?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 6h 49m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 2,575 km.
Where do you change planes between San Jose and Rochester?
The best connecting points are Chicago (ORD) and Minneapolis (MSP). Compare one-ticket itineraries with self-transfer options in the search.
Which airports serve San Jose and Rochester?
San Jose: Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Rochester: Rochester International Airport (RST).
What is the time difference between San Jose and Rochester?
Rochester is 2 hours ahead of San Jose.

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