Chicago/Rockford to Long Beach (RFD–LGB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Rockford to Long Beach
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 1,675 mi 3h 55m nonstop -2h behind 6 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RFD and LGB, connecting options are available through 6 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RFD to LGB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
SDF ~6h 43m OAK ~7h 5m DEN ~7h 8m ORD ~7h 35m BFI ~8h 25m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
104
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 → LGB
76%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
76%
Return
LGB → 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. LGB delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Long Beach from Chicago/Rockford

Nearby airports with service to Long Beach International Airport.
Metric RFD→LGB ORD→LGB MDW→LGB
Distance from RFD – 63 mi 75 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 1
Weekly flights 2 1 12
Flight time 3h 55m 4h 4h 20m
Chicago (ORD) to Long Beach flights · Chicago (MDW) to Long Beach flights
Airports within 200 miles of RFD with service to Long Beach International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Long Beach is 2 hours behind Chicago/Rockford.
RFD: CDT · LGB: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford, it's 4:00 PM in Long Beach.
Distance & Flight Time
1,675 mi / 2,695 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 55m.
Facts

RFD–LGB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Rockford to Long Beach route.
Route details
Distance1,675 mi / 2,695 km
Flight time3h 55m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: RFD
Full nameChicago Rockford International Airport
IATA / ICAORFD / KRFD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation742 ft / 226 m
Destination: LGB
Full nameLong Beach International Airport
IATA / ICAOLGB / KLGB
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr4.1M
Elevation60 ft / 18 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RFD to LGB flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Long Beach International Airport take approximately 3h 55m. The route covers 1,675 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from RFD to LGB.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SDF, OAK, DEN, ORD, BFI and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Long Beach is 2 hours behind Chicago/Rockford.
Nearby alternatives include ORD 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 LGB

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Long Beach International Airport (LGB) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RFD to LGB Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RFD to LGB ranges from 3 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,675 miles (2,695 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SDF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD) and Chicago (MDW).