Dallas-Fort Worth to Chicago/Rockford (DFW–RFD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dallas-Fort Worth to Chicago/Rockford
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 775 mi 0h 35m nonstop +1h ahead 21 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DFW and RFD, connecting options are available through 21 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DFW to RFD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
21
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
CVG ~4h 51m DTW ~5h 7m PIE ~5h 25m SFB ~5h 31m IAH ~5h 47m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
907
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
DFW → RFD
52%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
52%
Return
RFD → DFW
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DFW delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour ahead of Dallas-Fort Worth.
DFW: MDT · RFD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 7:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford.
Distance & Flight Time
775 mi / 1,247 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 35m.
Getting to DFW

DART Orange Line runs from downtown Dallas to Terminal A (50 min, $3). TEXRail serves Terminal B from Fort Worth ($2.50). No direct rail connects both cities to DFW; choose based on your origin. Ride-shares cost $25–45 from either city center.DFW's five terminals span 17,000 acres. The free Skylink people mover connects all terminals airside.

Facts

DFW–RFD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dallas-Fort Worth to Chicago/Rockford route.
Route details
Distance775 mi / 1,247 km
Flight time0h 35m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections21 hubs
Origin: DFW
Full nameDallas Fort Worth International Airport
IATA / ICAODFW / KDFW
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr87.8M
Elevation607 ft / 185 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 DFW to RFD flights.
Nonstop flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Chicago Rockford International Airport take approximately 0h 35m. The route covers 775 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DFW to RFD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CVG, DTW, PIE, SFB, IAH, MCO, TPA, BDL, MIA, JFK, ONT, SEA, SFO, PUJ, ANC, ORD, LAS, HHN, FLL, CUN and SRQ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour ahead of Dallas-Fort Worth.
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 DFW to RFD

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DFW to RFD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DFW to RFD ranges from 0 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 775 miles (1,247 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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