Fairbanks to Chicago/Rockford (FAI–RFD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Fairbanks to Chicago/Rockford
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,731 mi 5h 31m nonstop +3h ahead 8 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FAI and RFD, connecting options are available through 8 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FAI to RFD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~16h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
38
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Chicago/Rockford is 3 hours ahead of Fairbanks.
FAI: AKDT · RFD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Fairbanks, it's 9:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford.
Distance & Flight Time
2,731 mi / 4,395 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 31m.
Facts

FAI–RFD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Fairbanks to Chicago/Rockford route.
Route details
Distance2,731 mi / 4,395 km
Flight time5h 31m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: FAI
Full nameFairbanks International Airport
IATA / ICAOFAI / PAFA
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Passengers/yr1.1M
Elevation439 ft / 134 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 FAI to RFD flights.
Nonstop flights from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago Rockford International Airport take approximately 5h 31m. The route covers 2,731 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from FAI to RFD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ANC, SEA, SFO, LAS, JFK, PDX, MIA and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago/Rockford is 3 hours ahead of Fairbanks.
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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 FAI to RFD

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

FAI to RFD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FAI to RFD ranges from 5 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,731 miles (4,395 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via ANC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.