Hartford to Chicago/Rockford (BDL–RFD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Hartford to Chicago/Rockford
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 841 mi 2h 16m nonstop -1h behind 11 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between BDL and RFD, connecting options are available through 11 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BDL to RFD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
CVG ~4h 26m DTW ~4h 32m JFK ~5h 35m DFW ~7h 0m MCO ~7h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
256
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
BDL → RFD
58%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
58%
Return
RFD → BDL
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
72%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BDL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour behind Hartford.
BDL: EDT · RFD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Hartford, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford.
Distance & Flight Time
841 mi / 1,353 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 16m.
Facts

BDL–RFD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Hartford to Chicago/Rockford route.
Route details
Distance841 mi / 1,353 km
Flight time2h 16m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 2 return
1-stop connections11 hubs
Origin: BDL
Full nameBradley International Airport
IATA / ICAOBDL / KBDL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr6.6M
Elevation173 ft / 53 m
Destination: RFD
Full nameChicago Rockford International Airport
IATA / ICAORFD / KRFD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation742 ft / 226 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BDL to RFD flights.
Nonstop flights from Bradley International Airport to Chicago Rockford International Airport take approximately 2h 16m. The route covers 841 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from BDL to RFD. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CVG, DTW, JFK, DFW, MCO, TPA, MIA, SRQ, ORD, FLL and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour behind Hartford.
Yes, return flights from RFD to BDL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from BDL to RFD

Bradley International Airport (BDL) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

BDL to RFD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BDL to RFD ranges from 2 hours 16 minutes. The route covers a distance of 841 miles (1,353 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.