Houston to Chicago/Rockford (IAH–RFD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Chicago/Rockford
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 912 mi 3h 1m nonstop 20 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and RFD, connecting options are available through 20 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to RFD.
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One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
DFW ~4h 5m CVG ~5h 0m DTW ~5h 11m SFB ~6h 10m MCO ~6h 22m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
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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
IAH → RFD
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
Return
RFD → IAH
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Chicago/Rockford is 0 hours the same as Houston.
IAH: CDT · RFD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford.
Distance & Flight Time
912 mi / 1,468 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 1m.
Getting to IAH

IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.

Facts

IAH–RFD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Chicago/Rockford route.
Route details
Distance912 mi / 1,468 km
Flight time3h 1m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections20 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 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 IAH to RFD flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Chicago Rockford International Airport take approximately 3h 1m. The route covers 912 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from IAH to RFD.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DFW, CVG, DTW, SFB, MCO, TPA, MIA, ONT, JFK, SEA, SFO, PUJ, ANC, ORD, LGG, LAS, HHN, FLL, CUN and SRQ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
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 IAH to RFD

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAH to RFD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to RFD ranges from 3 hours 1 minutes. The route covers a distance of 912 miles (1,468 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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