Rochester to Austin (RST–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between RST and AUS, connecting options are available through 42 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Austin from Rochester
| Metric | RST→AUS | MSP→AUS |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from RST | – | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 84 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h 38m |
Travel Essentials
RST: CDT · AUS: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rochester, it's 6:00 PM in Austin.
CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.
Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.
RST–AUS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RST to AUS
Rochester International Airport (RST) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
RST to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RST to AUS ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 989 miles (1,591 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via TUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Minneapolis (MSP).