Travelling from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Chicago, where Chicago Rockford International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your RFD to New York flight.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
The journey from central Chicago to RFD takes about 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 129 kilometres in 1 hour 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near RFD. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to New York or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Chicago Rockford International Airport, 76.19% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for RFD is 2 Airport Cir.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to New York
ج.م. 4,641 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago Rockford International Airport to New York flight. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 9,755. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Follow your own route with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and venture far and wide through New York and beyond.
Reserving your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from RFD to New York can help you get the best possible rate.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Once your flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to New York has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near EWR. Settle in and get cosy after your RFD to New York flight at any of these well-located options:
Dollar, Budget and Thrifty make picking up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from EWR three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to New York has landed. Central New York is around 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour using public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel near LGA. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your RFD to New York flight:
Begin your travels without worrying about how to reach your next stop with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted names here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your vehicle from LGA two weeks before your flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to New York for the most affordable rates.
The street address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Before locking in your flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to New York, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in New York offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Chicago Rockford International Airport to New York flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RFD to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to New York, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building are leading attractions which should be on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another well-known destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without visiting Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
