Denver to Chicago/Rockford (DEN–RFD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
ORD Chicago 5h 3m AAACAY → AA Chicago (ORD) to Chicago/Rockford flights
FLL Fort Lauderdale 9h 38m ADEJAUA → G4 Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago/Rockford flights
BNA Nashville 9h 54m F9UAWN → G4 Nashville (BNA) to Chicago/Rockford flights
LAS Las Vegas 12h 54m ACCMF9 → G4 Las Vegas (LAS) to Chicago/Rockford flights
SRQ Sarasota/Bradenton 26h 50m WN → G4 Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) to Chicago/Rockford flights
YIP Detroit ~4h 57m → KII Detroit (YIP) to Chicago/Rockford flights
DTW Detroit ~5h 37m ACAFDL → SY Detroit (DTW) to Chicago/Rockford flights
AZA Mesa ~6h 7m KG → G4 Mesa (AZA) to Chicago/Rockford flights
IAH Houston ~6h 25m ACAVEK → UA Houston (IAH) to Chicago/Rockford flights
TPA Tampa ~7h 54m F9UAWN → Tampa (TPA) to Chicago/Rockford flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Denver to Chicago/Rockford
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+1h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between DEN and RFD, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore DEN Routes RFD Routes DEN Live Flights RFD Live Flights DEN Delays
All flights from Chicago/Rockford (RFD) Chicago/Rockford to Denver flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DEN to RFD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
YIP ~4h 57m ORD ~5h 3m DTW ~5h 37m AZA ~6h 7m IAH ~6h 25m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
611
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
DEN → RFD
51%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
51%
Return
RFD → DEN
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DEN delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour ahead of Denver.
DEN: MDT · RFD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Denver, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford.
Getting to DEN

RTD A Line commuter rail runs from Denver Union Station to the airport (37 min, $10.50). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours. The airport is 25 miles northeast of downtown; ride-shares cost $35–55 and take 30–45 minutes depending on I-70 traffic.Economy parking in lots 4–6 connects via free shuttle. Mountain shuttle services depart from Jeppesen Terminal's Ground Transportation level.

Facts

DEN–RFD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Denver to Chicago/Rockford route.
Route details
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DEN
Full nameDenver International Airport
IATA / ICAODEN / KDEN
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr82.4M
Elevation5,431 ft / 1,655 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 DEN to RFD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Chicago O'Hare, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood and Nashville.
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour ahead of Denver.
Yes, return flights from RFD to DEN 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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago O'Hare, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood and Nashville. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.