Travelling from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the best departure point for your flight from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Explore your options for setting off from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), two of the city's main airports.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Phoenix. Chicago Rockford International Airport is located in Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Phoenix to RFD.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
On public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in about 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Phoenix to RFD flight? Check in to a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 82.57% of them landing within the expected time frame.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Get ready to board and go from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport are available from here.
Get on board with Allegiant Air. It offers direct Phoenix to RFD plane tickets from AZA.
Allegiant Air is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from AZA to RFD.
Allegiant Air shines when it comes to on-time performance. A dependable 88.0% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Is around AZA 56 kilometres from central Phoenix. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from AZA touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 78.65% of the time.
The street address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
If you have a late flight from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near RFD:
The street address for RFD is 2 Airport Cir.
Getting from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to central Chicago
The centre of Chicago is about 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 4 hours 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
R 760 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport. A return flight starts at R 1,690. These fares may change depending on demand.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
December is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Plan your visit to Chicago in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Phoenix to RFD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Chicago Rockford International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Indianapolis is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 370 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of Chicago, Milwaukee is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
