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Cheapest round-trip
$201
Typical prices: $173-$280
Allegiant Air
Tue 10/16Fri 10/19
RFD - PIE • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$108
Typical prices: $89-$166
Allegiant Air
Tue 10/9
RFD - PIE • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Allegiant Air. Average duration is 2h 37m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 33% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $310 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Greater Rockford to Tampa (RFD-PIE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Greater Rockford to Tampa

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:56 pm - 11:32 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 36mnonstop
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3:39 pm - 5:23 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 44mnonstop
$201Allegiant Air
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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9:07 am - 12:44 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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6:25 am - 8:17 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 52mnonstop
$201Allegiant Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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10:16 am - 1:57 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 41mnonstop
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7:30 am - 9:26 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 56mnonstop
$204Allegiant Air
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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7:03 pm - 10:43 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 40mnonstop
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5:24 pm - 7:08 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 44mnonstop
$207Allegiant Air
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:56 pm - 11:32 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 36mnonstop
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3:21 pm - 5:05 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 44mnonstop
$207Allegiant Air
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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10:16 am - 1:57 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 41mnonstop
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7:30 am - 9:26 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 56mnonstop
$208Allegiant Air
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:03 pm - 10:43 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 40mnonstop
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4:27 pm - 6:13 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 46mnonstop
$208Allegiant Air
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
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5:05 pm - 8:41 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 36mnonstop
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2:44 pm - 4:30 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 46mnonstop
$208Allegiant Air
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 16
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9:30 am - 9:32 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
35h 02m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Philadelphia
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5:22 pm - 7:06 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 44mnonstop
$259Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 16
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9:30 am - 9:32 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
35h 02m3 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Philadelphia
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5:22 pm - 7:06 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 44mnonstop
$295Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa?

Round-trip flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa start at $201. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $173 to $280. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $201 on Allegiant Air.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa, it is 26% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 97% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa at $143 round-trip.
  • March ($339) and December ($247) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 137% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% 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 Tampa flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$108
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Greater Rockford to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Greater Rockford to Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa?

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

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

    Flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa usually depart from Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD) and arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE).

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

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

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $214 round-trip, compared to $310 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Tampa?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

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

    One-stop flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 20% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $161 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $424, a difference of $263. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tampa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 11:04 am and lands at 1:41 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:02 pm and lands at 10:39 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 37m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 50% above the route average of $215. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa takes 2h 37m, covering 1,050 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $201 to $1,188. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $119, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 45m, compared with 8h 02m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and 8h 14m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

    Tampa 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 Tampa St. Petersburg Airport (PIE)?

    Tampa St. Petersburg Airport (PIE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · National

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

    Round-trip flights from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa range from $173 to $280, with an average of $215 over the past 12 months. Anything below $173 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $161 - about $263 less than Saturday (62% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa trip for January. Fares historically average $143 round-trip in that month - typically $196 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago Greater Rockford to Tampa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa St. Petersburg Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago Greater Rockford to Tampa St. Petersburg

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Wednesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Tampa St. Petersburg to Chicago Greater Rockford

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Wednesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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