Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)

Rochester, New York KROC #94 US airport by passengers

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport is at 1200 Brooks Avenue in Rochester, New York. It is a small airport with one terminal, serving the Rochester region.

FAA status
No delays reported Updated 2 min ago
Weather now
VFR 40°F Observed 8 h ago
Late departures
22.7%May 2026 to July 2026
Security line
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ROC at a glance

ROC has one terminal. Baggage claim and ground transportation are on Level 1, and ticketing, the single security checkpoint and all the gates are on Level 2.

Garage parking is $4 for the first two hours, then $2 per hour, capped at $16 per day. The cell phone lot is free for pickups. Free Greenlight Wi-Fi covers the terminal, and the airport does not advertise a passenger lounge.

Main airlines: ROC has daily flights to several East Coast and U.S. cities. Check the airport site for the current list of airlines.

FAA delay status for ROC

The FAA is not reporting a ground stop, ground delay program or other delay at ROC right now.

Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 2 min ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.

Current conditions at ROC

VFR

40°F4°C

Good visibility and high cloud base. Normal operations are typical.

Wind
Calm
Visibility
10+ mi
Clouds
Clear
Ceiling
None
Pressure
30.42 inHg

METARMETAR KROC 101154Z 00000KT 10SM CLR 04/04 A3042 RMK AO2 SLP307 T00440039 10072 20039 53017 $

Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 8 h ago.

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On-time performance at ROC

Based on 2,821 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.

22.7%Departures late
25.8%Arrivals late
3.23%Cancelled
20.6 minAverage departure delay
On-time performance by airline at ROC
AirlineDeparturesLateCancelled
Southwest Airlines 551 33.6% 1.09%
Republic Airways 542 13.5% 4.43%
Delta Air Lines 325 21.2% 2.46%
PSA Airlines 321 28.7% 6.54%
Envoy Air 287 10.5% 1.05%
JetBlue Airways 230 19.6% 6.52%

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.

Late departures by month

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Terminals

Level 1

Baggage claim, rental car counters and ground transportation are here. The Arrivals Greeting Area and the Visitor Information booth are in the baggage claim area, and the booth is staffed from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Level 2

Ticketing counters, the single TSA checkpoint and all the gates. The checkpoint is in the middle of the terminal, just beyond the ticketing counters.

Concourses A and B

The airport has nearly two dozen gates across two concourses. Each concourse has a play area for children, and a business center for ticketed passengers is on the secure side near the Concourse A entrance.

Moving between terminals

ROC is a single terminal with one security checkpoint, so you will not need to re-screen between concourses. Check your boarding pass for your gate before you walk to security.

Terminal guide →

Getting to and from ROC

  • Drop-off

    Curbside drop-off

    Drop-off is curbside on the upper level, which leads to the ticket counters and security checkpoint. Waiting curbside is not allowed.

  • Pickup

    Curbside pickup and cell phone lot

    Pickups are curbside on the lower level. Use the free cell phone lot to wait for passengers. It has a flight status screen, free Wi-Fi and EV charging stations.

  • Bus

    RTS bus

    Rochester Transit Service buses pick up in front of the terminal on the lower level. Call RTS at 585-288-1700 for schedules.

  • Taxi

    Taxis

    The taxi starter booth is in front of the main terminal, at the center entrance on the lower level. Monroe County Airport Taxi Service is at (585) 202-8240.

  • Rideshare

    Lyft and Uber

    Two rideshare companies serve passengers arriving at and departing from the airport.

  • Shuttle

    Airport shuttle

    Shuttles run between the terminal and the shuttle parking lots. For Greyhound, Trailways or Amtrak, the airport points travelers to the RTS bus, which runs to 186 Cumberland Street near the Amtrak station.

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Tips for ROC

  • The garage is the best choice for rainy days, since its skyway leads straight to security.
  • Use the cell phone lot for pickups, and do not wait curbside.
  • For hotel shuttle vans, use the courtesy phones on the lower level at the east or west end of the terminal, or call the hotel's number from the airport list.
  • Get a boarding pass before you leave for the airport, so you can go straight through to the checkpoint.

Frequently asked questions

How much does parking cost at ROC?

Garage parking is $4 for the first two hours, then $2 per hour, capped at $16 per day. The hourly lot is $2 for the first hour, capped at $24 per day. The weekly lot is $12 per day or $72 per week.

Is there free Wi-Fi at ROC?

Yes. Greenlight provides free Wi-Fi. Connect to "GreenlightWiFiROCAirport" and no password is required.

Does ROC have a lounge?

No. The airport does not advertise a dedicated passenger lounge. Post-security options include food, shops and a business center.

Does ROC have TSA PreCheck?

Yes. The single checkpoint on Level 2 has a dedicated PreCheck lane.

What time does security open at ROC?

The security checkpoint opens between 3:30 and 4 a.m., depending on airline schedules and peak travel times.

Where do I pick up a passenger at ROC?

Passengers are picked up curbside on the lower level. Use the free cell phone lot to wait, since waiting curbside is not allowed.

Which hotels near ROC are on airport property?

The Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport is on airport property, within walking distance of the terminal.

How do I get to downtown Rochester from ROC?

RTS buses leave from the lower level in front of the terminal, and taxis, Lyft and Uber also serve the airport.

How busy is ROC?

About 1,385,078 passengers boarded flights at Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 94 among US airports.

How often are flights late at ROC?

Over May 2026 to July 2026, 22.7% of departures at ROC left 15 or more minutes late, and 3.23% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).

Guide content last reviewed October 9, 2026. Report a correction