Flying from Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB) to Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Orlando Sanford Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Chicago is one hour behind Orlando and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your SFB to RFD flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Allegiant Air offers direct flights from Orlando Sanford Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Chicago — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Allegiant Air is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier offering SFB to RFD flights, with 77.27% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Orlando Sanford Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport. Nashville Airport is a popular stopover on the SFB to RFD route.
Handy information about Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando Sanford Airport, 69% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Orlando Sanford Airport from central Orlando, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SFB? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando Sanford Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
Consider booking a hotel near RFD if you're on a late Orlando Sanford Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Chicago Rockford Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Alamo or National and find adventure across Chicago and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Chicago Rockford Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) to central Chicago
You'll find RFD at 2 Airport Cir.
Chicago Rockford Airport to central Chicago has a drive time of about 1 hour 40 minutes. It's approximately 145 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
When to fly to Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
June is the most popular month for flights from Orlando Sanford Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Chicago in November.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Orlando Sanford Airport to Chicago Rockford Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SFB to RFD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
