Chicago/Rockford to Detroit (RFD–YIP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Last scheduled nonstop: May 2026.

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Chicago/Rockford to Detroit
Route information for RFD to YIP.
285 mi 0h 54m nonstop +1h ahead

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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Detroit from Chicago/Rockford

Nearby airports with service to Willow Run Airport.
Metric RFD→YIP ORD→YIP MDW→YIP
Distance from RFD – 63 mi 75 mi
Nonstop airlines – 4 4
Weekly flights – 1 1
Flight time 0h 54m 0h 50m 0h 39m
Chicago (ORD) to Detroit flights · Chicago (MDW) to Detroit flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to Detroit flights
Airports within 200 miles of RFD with service to Willow Run Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Rockford, it's 7:00 PM in Detroit.
Distance & Flight Time
285 mi / 458 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 54m gate to gate.
Facts

RFD–YIP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Rockford to Detroit route.
Route details
Distance285 mi / 458 km
Flight time0h 54m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Origin: RFD
Full nameChicago Rockford International Airport
IATA / ICAORFD / KRFD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.3M
Elevation742 ft / 226 m
Destination: YIP
Full nameWillow Run Airport
IATA / ICAOYIP / KYIP
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Elevation716 ft / 218 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RFD to YIP flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Willow Run Airport take about 0h 54m gate to gate. The route covers 285 miles.
Detroit is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/Rockford.
Yes, return flights from YIP 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.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from RFD to YIP

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Willow Run Airport (YIP) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RFD to YIP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RFD to YIP is about 0 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 285 miles (458 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Chicago (MDW) and Milwaukee (MKE).