Flying from Orlando to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), the main airport in Orlando. Search for flights from Orlando to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) that jet out of this base.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Orlando. Chicago Rockford International Airport is located in Chicago.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Orlando to RFD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like March? Popular periods (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Travelling from central Orlando to MCO takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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77% of flights that depart Orlando International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Prefer to leave from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)? Direct Orlando to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
You can board a direct flight from Orlando to RFD with Allegiant Air. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of SFB.
On the SFB to RFD route, Allegiant Air is the airline most travellers rely on.
Allegiant Air is the most reliable carrier flying between Orlando Sanford International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport, with 77.27% of its services arriving as planned.
You can reach SFB from central Orlando in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
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69% of flights departing Orlando Sanford International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
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You'll find RFD at 2 Airport Cir.
Getting from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to central Chicago
Chicago Rockford International Airport is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 2 hours if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Chicago Rockford International Airport is R 602. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,441. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Orlando to RFD. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
March is the most popular month for flights from Orlando to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Plan your visit to Chicago in August for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Orlando to RFD plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Orlando to Chicago Rockford International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to Chicago Rockford International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Chicago when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Millennium Park followed by Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Indianapolis is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chicago. Around 370 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, consider Milwaukee, roughly 137 kilometres northeast of Chicago. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are key highlights.
