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Cheap Flights from Greater Rockford to Fort Lauderdale (RFD-FLL)

 
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RFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-FLL Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale, it is 24% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 37% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale flights

Low season

December
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 27% lower on average.

When to book flights from Greater Rockford to Fort Lauderdale

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Greater Rockford to Fort Lauderdale based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    Only Allegiant Air operates flights between Chicago Greater Rockford Airport and Fort Lauderdale.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    Flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale usually depart from Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD) and arrive at Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $131 round-trip, compared to $340 via a layover through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier and Spirit Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $101 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $181, a difference of $80. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 48 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in Fort Lauderdale?

    Some of the most popular sights in Fort Lauderdale are Las Olas Beach, Las Olas Boulevard and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. These are among the most viewed places in Fort Lauderdale on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 12:40 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:30 am and lands at 1:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 10m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 31% above the route average of $132. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale takes 3h 10m, covering 1,224 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How does Allegiant Air’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale flights?

    Allegiant Air is the only airline operating Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale flights. 87% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • What is the time difference between Chicago Greater Rockford Airport and Fort Lauderdale?

    Fort Lauderdale is 1 hour ahead of Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL)?

    Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Ace
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · GREEN MOTION

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale range from $102 to $193, with an average of $132 over the past 12 months. Anything below $102 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $101 - about $80 less than Tuesday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Fort Lauderdale trip for April. Fares historically average $96 round-trip in that month - typically $135 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Fort Lauderdale Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise By IHG
    - Crowne Plaza Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise By IHG
    - Candlewood Suites Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago Greater Rockford to Fort Lauderdale?

 
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Direct departures

Chicago Greater Rockford to Fort Lauderdale

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Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Fort Lauderdale to Chicago Greater Rockford

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Allegiant Air

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