Airport Comparison
| RFD | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chicago/Rockford International Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | RFD | SLC |
| ICAO Code | KRFD | KSLC |
| City | Chicago/Rockford | Salt Lake City |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 742 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.200000, -89.100000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 1,906 kilometers (1,185 miles / 1,029 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 11:21 in Chicago/Rockford, it's 10:21 in Salt Lake City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,489 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Chicago/Rockford International Airport.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Chicago/Rockford (RFD) follows a heading of 78° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.