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ROC

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport

Rochester, United States

Where to start
Uber / Lyft

Upstate New York's second-largest airport. Rideshare and taxis are the primary options.

Ride Options

Uber

rideshare

Convenient to downtown Rochester and surrounding area

AvailabilityCommonly available
Pickup NoteLower level outside the terminal, TNC zone.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Lyft

rideshare

Alternative rideshare

AvailabilityCommonly available
Pickup NoteSame lower level zone.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Licensed Taxi

taxi

No-app alternative

AvailabilityAvailable during operating hours
Pickup NoteOutside the terminal.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost
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Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Rideshare pickup outside the terminal on the lower level.

Taxi

Taxis outside the terminal.

Shuttle

Hotel shuttles from outside the terminal.

Transit

RTS Bus has limited airport service. Rideshare recommended.

Travel Extras

Need a SIM?Need a lounge?Need a hotel?Need bag storage?

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Local Tips

  • RTS bus 9 / 24 connects ROC to downtown Rochester every 15-30 minutes.
  • ROC to downtown Rochester is ~15 minutes via I-490 east.
  • Lake Ontario lake-effect snow (Nov-Mar) doubles ROC rideshare wait times — pre-book in winter.
  • ROC sees a sharp rideshare drop-off after ~10 PM — pre-book if arriving on a delayed late flight.
  • Cellular signal in ROC's parking garage can drop and stall driver matching — request your ride after you reach the open curb.