New York to Chicago/Rockford (JFK–RFD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Chicago/Rockford
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
800 mi 2h 18m nonstop -1h behind 33 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and RFD, connecting options are available through 33 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to RFD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
33
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
626
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
-1h
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour behind New York.
JFK: EDT · RFD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford.
Distance & Flight Time
800 mi / 1,287 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 18m.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–RFD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Chicago/Rockford route.
Route details
Distance800 mi / 1,287 km
Flight time2h 18m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections33 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 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 JFK to RFD flights.
Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chicago Rockford International Airport take approximately 2h 18m. The route covers 800 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PTK, DTW, CVG, BDL, IAD, DFW, PGD, TPA, SAV, IAH, MIA, MCO, CUN, AZA, PUJ, GCM, ONT, SEA, PLS, SFO, ANC, SMF, FAI, PDX, MEX, LGG, ORD, HHN, LAS, SRQ, BNA, FLL and NRT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour behind New York.
Yes, return flights from RFD to JFK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 JFK to RFD

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

JFK to RFD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from JFK to RFD ranges from 2 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 800 miles (1,287 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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