Travelling from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Lakeland Airport (LAL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Rochester Airport to Lakeland Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Rochester and Lakeland follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ROC to LAL flight.
Travelling during a peak month like October? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Avelo Airlines is your gateway to exploring Lakeland (and maybe even some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Rochester Airport to Lakeland Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Avelo Airlines.
Avelo Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates ROC to LAL flights. An impressive 85.0% of its departures on this route land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Lakeland Airport (LAL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rochester Airport to Lakeland Airport flight is $484. A round-trip ticket right now is $284. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from ROC to LAL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Rochester Airport to Lakeland Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ROC to LAL.
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Handy information about Rochester Airport (ROC)
ROC's address is 1200 Brooks Avenue.
72% of flights that take off from Rochester Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Rochester Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Rochester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near ROC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rochester Airport to Lakeland Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Lakeland Airport (LAL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Rochester Airport to Lakeland Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Lakeland Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Enterprise to explore Lakeland and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Lakeland Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Lakeland Airport (LAL) to central Lakeland
Lakeland Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Lakeland. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Lakeland Airport (LAL)
April is the busiest month for flights from Rochester Airport to Lakeland Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Lakeland in November.
The warmest month in Lakeland is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Rochester Airport to Lakeland Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ROC to LAL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Lakeland. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Around 306 kilometres south-east of Lakeland, Miami is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
