Miami to Chicago/Rockford (MIA–RFD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Miami to Chicago/Rockford
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 1,239 mi 2h 53m nonstop -1h behind 33 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MIA 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 MIA to RFD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
33
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
794
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago/Rockford from Miami

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Rockford International Airport.
Metric MIA→RFD FLL→RFD PGD→RFD
Distance from MIA – 21 mi 131 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 2 4 4
Flight time 2h 53m 3h 17m 3h
Departure OTP 68% – –
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago/Rockford flights · Punta Gorda (PGD) to Chicago/Rockford flights
Airports within 200 miles of MIA with service to Chicago Rockford International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Miami, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford.
Distance & Flight Time
1,239 mi / 1,993 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 53m.
Getting to MIA

Metrorail Orange Line runs from downtown Miami to the MIA station (15 min from Government Center, $2.25). The MIA Mover people mover connects Metrorail to the terminal; free. Tri-Rail commuter rail serves the airport from Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach ($3.75–6.90).Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Miami Beach, $10–20 from downtown.

Facts

MIA–RFD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Miami to Chicago/Rockford route.
Route details
Distance1,239 mi / 1,993 km
Flight time2h 53m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections33 hubs
Origin: MIA
Full nameMiami International Airport
IATA / ICAOMIA / KMIA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.9M
Elevation8 ft / 2 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 MIA to RFD flights.
Nonstop flights from Miami International Airport to Chicago Rockford International Airport take approximately 2h 53m. The route covers 1,239 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from MIA to RFD. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CVG, PIE, PTK, SFB, FLL, TPA, DTW, DFW, IAD, IAH, SAV, CUN, MCO, BDL, JFK, GCM, PUJ, AZA, PLS, ONT, SEA, SFO, MEX, SRQ, ANC, PDX, FAI, BNA, HHN, LGG, ORD, LAS and NRT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago/Rockford is 1 hour behind Miami.
Yes, return flights from RFD to MIA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include FLL and PGD. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 MIA to RFD

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

MIA to RFD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MIA to RFD ranges from 2 hours 53 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,239 miles (1,993 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Punta Gorda (PGD).