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

RFD Airport Page →
800 mi airlines charter/private
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Connecting Flight Schedule 11 1-stop flights Verified 3mos ago
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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.

Last scheduled nonstop: Feb 2026.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
ORD Chicago 5h 5YAAUA → AAASAT Chicago (ORD) to New York flights
BNA Nashville 5h 17m G4 → AAB6DL Nashville (BNA) to New York flights
FLL Fort Lauderdale 7h 44m G4 → ADAFAT Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to New York flights
SRQ Sarasota/Bradenton 9h 6m G4 → B6QRTP Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) to New York flights
LAS Las Vegas 10h 11m G4 → AAAFAT Las Vegas (LAS) to New York flights
DTW Detroit ~4h 36m SY → AMB6DL Detroit (DTW) to New York flights
MSP Minneapolis ~5h 13m → AMDLKE Minneapolis (MSP) to New York flights
IAH Houston ~7h 37m UA → ATB6DL Houston (IAH) to New York flights
DEN Denver ~8h 34m → AFB6DL Denver (DEN) to New York flights
CUN Cancún ~9h 14m → AAAFAM Cancún (CUN) to New York flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Chicago/Rockford to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
800 mi 1h 51m nonstop +1h ahead

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

Also explore RFD Routes JFK Routes RFD Live Flights JFK Live Flights JFK Delays
All flights from New York (JFK) New York to Chicago/Rockford flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for RFD to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~12h
Longest
DTW ~4h 36m ORD ~5h 0m MSP ~5h 13m BNA ~5h 17m IAH ~7h 37m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
389
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 → JFK
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
90%
Return
JFK → RFD
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach New York from Chicago/Rockford

Nearby airports with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Metric RFD→JFK ORD→JFK MDW→JFK
Distance from RFD – 63 mi 75 mi
Nonstop airlines – 35 4
Weekly flights – 354 1
Flight time 1h 51m 1h 54m 1h 31m
Chicago (ORD) to New York flights · Chicago (MDW) to New York flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to New York flights
Airports within 200 miles of RFD with service to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
Distance & Flight Time
800 mi / 1,287 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 51m gate to gate.
Getting from JFK

AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.

New York Climate

Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.

Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

RFD–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Rockford to New York route.
Route details
Distance800 mi / 1,287 km
Flight time1h 51m
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: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr62.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RFD to JFK flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport take about 1h 51m gate to gate. The route covers 800 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Chicago O'Hare, Nashville and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood.
New York is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Rockford.
Yes, return flights from JFK to RFD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD, MDW and MKE. 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 JFK

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

RFD to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RFD to JFK is about 1 hours 51 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 800 miles (1,287 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), Chicago (MDW) and Milwaukee (MKE).