Chicago/Rockford to Newark (RFD–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 6 hubs
ORD Chicago 4h 43m AA → AAACAS Chicago (ORD) to Newark flights
BNA Nashville 6h G4 → EJAUA Nashville (BNA) to Newark flights
FLL Fort Lauderdale 6h 53m G4 → ACADB6 Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Newark flights
LAS Las Vegas 10h 3m G4 → EJATPUA Las Vegas (LAS) to Newark flights
LAX Los Angeles 10h 26m EK → ASB6CA Los Angeles (LAX) to Newark flights
SRQ Sarasota/Bradenton 19h 56m G4 → ACUA Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) to Newark flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Chicago/Rockford to Newark
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
779 mi 1h 39m nonstop +1h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between RFD and EWR, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore Browse available seat maps RFD Routes EWR Routes RFD Live Flights EWR Live Flights EWR Delays
All flights from Newark (EWR) Newark to Chicago/Rockford flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for RFD to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~19h
Longest
ORD ~4h 43m BNA ~6h 0m FLL ~6h 53m LAS ~10h 3m LAX ~10h 26m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
415
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RFD → EWR
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
EWR → RFD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Newark from Chicago/Rockford

Nearby airports with service to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Metric RFD→EWR ORD→EWR MSN→EWR
Distance from RFD – 63 mi 66 mi
Nonstop airlines – 16 1
Weekly flights – 336 13
Flight time 1h 39m 2h 1m 2h 24m
Chicago (ORD) to Newark flights · Madison (MSN) to Newark flights · Chicago (MDW) to Newark flights
Airports within 200 miles of RFD with service to Newark Liberty International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Newark is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Rockford.
RFD: CDT · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford, it's 7:00 PM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
779 mi / 1,254 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 39m gate to gate.
Getting from EWR

AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.

Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.

Newark Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.

Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

RFD–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Rockford to Newark route.
Route details
Distance779 mi / 1,254 km
Flight time1h 39m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: RFD
Full nameChicago Rockford International Airport
IATA / ICAORFD / KRFD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation742 ft / 226 m
Destination: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RFD to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take about 1h 39m gate to gate. The route covers 779 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Chicago O'Hare, Nashville and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to EWR and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Newark is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Rockford.
Yes, return flights from EWR to RFD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD, MSN and MDW. 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 RFD to EWR

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RFD to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RFD to EWR is about 1 hours 39 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 779 miles (1,254 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago O'Hare, Nashville and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Madison (MSN) and Chicago (MDW).