Travelling from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport.
Chicago is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Your FLL to RFD flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Allegiant Air offers direct flights from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Allegiant Air on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between FLL and RFD include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Nashville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
Currently, R 639 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,231. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FLL to RFD if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FLL to RFD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport.
Handy information about Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
75% of flights departing from Fort Lauderdale International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Fort Lauderdale International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to FLL? If you're boarding an early flight from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
Book a hotel near RFD if you're catching a late Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Chicago Rockford Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Alamo and National are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserve your vehicle from Chicago Rockford Airport a few weeks ahead to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) to central Chicago
RFD is located at 2 Airport Cir.
From Chicago Rockford Airport, Chicago is approximately 145 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 2 hours when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Chicago. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FLL to RFD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
