RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport
Rockford · United StatesICAO KRFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is an airport serving Rockford, United States, located in the Northern and Western hemispheres at coordinates 42° 11' 43.4" N, 89° 5' 49.9" W. The airport sits at an elevation of 742 feet (226 meters) above sea level. With 5 direct destinations served by 1 airline, it is a regional hub for air travel. The local timezone is America/Chicago (GMT-5).
Destinations
5
Airlines
1
Elevation ft
742/ 226m
America/Chicago
GMT-5
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Airport Details
IATA Code
RFD
ICAO Code
KRFD
City
Rockford
Country
United States
Elevation
742 ft
Local Time
11:26 AM (GMT-5)
Coordinates
Latitude:42.1954°
Longitude:-89.0972°
Popular Routes from RFD
| Destination | City | Distance | Flight Time | Type | CO2 (Economy) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZA | Mesa, United States | 1,373 mi | 3h 16m | medium-haul | 345 kg | View |
| LAS | Las Vegas, United States | 1,455 mi | 3h 25m | medium-haul | 365 kg | View |
| PGD | Punta Gorda, United States | 1,127 mi | 2h 48m | medium-haul | 283 kg | View |
| PIE | St. Petersburg, United States | 1,049 mi | 2h 39m | medium-haul | 263 kg | View |
| SFB | Sanford, United States | 1,025 mi | 2h 36m | medium-haul | 257 kg | View |
Airlines Operating at RFD
1 active airline serving Chicago Rockford International Airport.
Allegiant Air
G4United States
CO2 Emissions Reference
Estimated carbon dioxide emissions per passenger for sample flight distances, based on DEFRA 2024 emission factors.
| Route Type | Distance | Economy | Premium Eco | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-haul | 800 km | 204 kg | 326 kg | 592 kg | 816 kg |
| Medium-haul | 3,000 km | 468 kg | 749 kg | 1357 kg | 1872 kg |
| Long-haul | 8,000 km | 1200 kg | 1920 kg | 3480 kg | 4800 kg |
Values are estimates based on average emission factors. Actual emissions vary by aircraft type, load factor, and routing.
Nearby Airports
Airports closest to Chicago Rockford International Airport that may serve as alternatives.
| Airport | IATA | City | Country | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dane County Regional Truax Field | MSN | Madison | United States | 107 km |
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | ORD | Chicago | United States | 102 km |
| Chicago Midway International Airport | MDW | Chicago | United States | 120 km |
| Dubuque Regional Airport | DBQ | Dubuque IA | United States | 135 km |
| Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal | BMI | Bloomington | United States | 191 km |
| General Mitchell International Airport | MKE | Milwaukee | United States | 129 km |
| General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport | PIA | Peoria | United States | 177 km |
| Quad City International Airport | MLI | Moline | United States | 144 km |
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Geographic & Timezone Details
Position
- Latitude (DMS)
- 42° 11' 43.4" N
- Longitude (DMS)
- 89° 5' 49.9" W
- Latitude (Decimal)
- 42.195400
- Longitude (Decimal)
- -89.097198
- Hemisphere
- Northern / Western
Timezone
- IANA Timezone
- America/Chicago
- UTC Offset
- GMT-5
- Current Local Time
- 11:26 AM
- Elevation (ft)
- 742 ft
- Elevation (m)
- 226 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IATA code for Chicago Rockford International Airport?
The IATA code for Chicago Rockford International Airport is RFD, and its ICAO code is KRFD. The airport is located in Rockford, United States.
How many destinations can you fly to from RFD?
There are 5 direct destinations available from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Rockford, United States.
What airlines fly from RFD?
There are 1 airlines operating from RFD, including Allegiant Air.
What timezone is Chicago Rockford International Airport in?
Chicago Rockford International Airport is in the America/Chicago timezone (GMT-5). The airport is located in the Northern and Western hemispheres.
What is the elevation of Chicago Rockford International Airport?
Chicago Rockford International Airport sits at an elevation of 742 feet (226 meters) above sea level.
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