Airport Comparison
| RFD | TPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chicago/Rockford International Airport | Tampa International Airport |
| IATA Code | RFD | TPA |
| ICAO Code | KRFD | KTPA |
| City | Chicago/Rockford | Tampa |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 742 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.200000, -89.100000 | 27.980000, -82.530000 |
Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 1,689 kilometers (1,050 miles / 912 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.
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 22:16 in Chicago/Rockford, it's 23:16 in Tampa.
The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago/Rockford (RFD) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). 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 Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.