Detroit to Chicago/Rockford (DTW–RFD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Detroit to Chicago/Rockford
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
294 mi 0h 57m nonstop -1h behind 17 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DTW and RFD, connecting options are available through 17 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DTW to RFD.
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One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
CVG ~3h 48m BDL ~5h 28m DFW ~5h 43m JFK ~6h 24m MCO ~6h 38m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
630
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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
DTW → RFD
29%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
29%
Return
RFD → DTW
47%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
47%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DTW delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford.
Distance & Flight Time
294 mi / 473 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 57m.
Getting to DTW

There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.

Facts

DTW–RFD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Detroit to Chicago/Rockford route.
Route details
Distance294 mi / 473 km
Flight time0h 57m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: DTW
Full nameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA / ICAODTW / KDTW
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr32.2M
Elevation645 ft / 197 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 DTW to RFD flights.
Nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago Rockford International Airport take approximately 0h 57m. The route covers 294 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CVG, BDL, DFW, JFK, MCO, TPA, IAH, MIA, SRQ, SEA, PUJ, SFO, ANC, ORD, FLL, LAS and CUN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour behind Detroit.
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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 DTW to RFD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DTW to RFD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DTW to RFD ranges from 0 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 294 miles (473 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.