Airport Comparison
| ATL | RFD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport | Chicago/Rockford International Airport |
| IATA Code | ATL | RFD |
| ICAO Code | KATL | KRFD |
| City | Atlanta | Chicago/Rockford |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 1,026 ft | 742 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.640000, -84.430000 | 42.200000, -89.100000 |
Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago/Rockford (RFD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States to Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States is 1,036 kilometers (644 miles / 559 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 09:53 in Atlanta, it's 08:53 in Chicago/Rockford.
The return flight from Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Atlanta (ATL) follows a heading of 155° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.