Fort Lauderdale to Chicago/Rockford (FLL–RFD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FLL–RFD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Allegiant Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,224 miles in approximately 3h 17m. Beyond nonstop, 22 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G4 Allegiant Air | 2 | B38M | 3h17 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago/Rockford from Fort Lauderdale
| Metric | FLL→RFD | MIA→RFD | PGD→RFD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FLL | – | 21 mi | 128 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 2 | 12 |
| Flight time | 3h 17m | 2h 56m | 3h |
| Departure OTP | 42% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
FLL: EDT · RFD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford.
Broward County Transit Route 1 runs from downtown Fort Lauderdale to the airport (30–40 min, $2), but it is slow with many stops. The airport has no direct rail link; Brightline's FLL station is 1.5 miles away with a shuttle connection.Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Fort Lauderdale and $35–55 from Miami Beach. Taxis are metered. I-595 and I-95 access can be congested during Miami rush hour (7–9am and 4–7pm).
FLL–RFD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FLL to RFD
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) are connected by nonstop service from Allegiant Air. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
FLL to RFD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FLL to RFD ranges from 3 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,224 miles (1,970 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via PTK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (MIA) and Punta Gorda (PGD).