Winnipeg to Rochester flights
Rochester lies 742 km (461 mi) south-east of Winnipeg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 42 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Winnipeg | Rochester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | United States |
| Population | 749,607 | 112,225 |
| Elevation | 245 m (804 ft) | 314 m (1,030 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Winnipeg) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | YWG, 7 km out | RST, 13 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Rochester
Crossing from Canada into United States: money changes from the Dollar to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Winnipeg
Winnipeg is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Rochester
Rochester is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Rochester International Airport (RST), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,034 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are La Crosse Regional Airport (LSE, 98 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester International Airport (regional) | RST | 13 km (8 mi) | 9,034 ft | 1,317 ft |
| La Crosse Regional Airport (regional) | LSE | 98 km (61 mi) | 8,742 ft | 655 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Rochester from Winnipeg?
742 km (461 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Winnipeg.
How long does it take to get from Winnipeg to Rochester by air?
About 1 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Winnipeg and Rochester?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Winnipeg to Rochester flights?
Typically Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to Rochester International Airport (RST); Rochester also has LSE.
What currency do I need in Rochester?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.