Airport guide
Flying into Chicago Rockford International (RFD)
Every venue below has RFD as the first airport we list for it, nearest first, with what is on and where to stay. Fares are searched live when you pick your dates.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is a smaller airport with scheduled flights 3.7 miles from downtown Rockford in a straight line. It is the first airport we list for 10 venues with 286 upcoming events (as of Sep 24, 2026); the closest is BMO Center - Rockford at 5.2 miles.
Venues nearest RFD
| Venue | City | From RFD | Upcoming events | Also near | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMO Center - Rockford | Rockford | 5.2 mi (8.4 km) | 50 | — | Hotels |
| Coronado Performing Arts Center | Rockford | 5.4 mi (8.7 km) | 27 | — | Hotels |
| The Apollo Theatre AC | Belvidere | 14 mi (22.1 km) | 8 | ORD, 52 mi | Hotels |
| ABC Supply Stadium | Beloit | 21 mi (33.8 km) | 65 | — | Hotels |
| Victor E. Court at NIU Convocation Center | Dekalb | 24 mi (39.2 km) | 8 | ORD, 45 mi | Hotels |
| Huskie Stadium | Dekalb | 24 mi (39.2 km) | 4 | ORD, 45 mi | Hotels |
| Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb | Dekalb | 25 mi (40.9 km) | 11 | ORD, 44 mi | Hotels |
| Dixon Historic Theatre | Dixon | 31 mi (50.4 km) | 23 | — | Hotels |
| Woodstock Opera House | Woodstock | 34 mi (55.1 km) | 71 | ORD, 36 mi | Hotels |
| Belfry Music Theatre | Delavan | 40 mi (63.8 km) | 19 | MKE, 41 mi | Hotels |
Event weekends near RFD
Friday to Sunday, the events at venues RFD is the first airport for, counted Sep 24, 2026. Each link sets the search to fly in on the Friday and home on the Monday.
| Weekend | Events | Busiest venue | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25–27 | 9 | Woodstock Opera House | Search this weekend |
| Oct 2–4 | 10 | BMO Center - Rockford | Search this weekend |
| Oct 9–11 | 12 | Woodstock Opera House | Search this weekend |
| Oct 16–18 | 11 | BMO Center - Rockford | Search this weekend |
| Oct 23–25 | 12 | Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb | Search this weekend |
| Oct 30–Nov 1 | 9 | BMO Center - Rockford | Search this weekend |
| Nov 6–8 | 7 | BMO Center - Rockford | Search this weekend |
| Nov 13–15 | 15 | Woodstock Opera House | Search this weekend |
| Nov 20–22 | 8 | Woodstock Opera House | Search this weekend |
| Nov 27–29 | 7 | Woodstock Opera House | Search this weekend |
| Dec 4–6 | 7 | Woodstock Opera House | Search this weekend |
| Dec 11–13 | 7 | Woodstock Opera House | Search this weekend |
Next events near RFD
Alien Ant Farm
The Apollo Theatre AC, Belvidere, Illinois
From about $53.00View TicketsKalimba - Tribute To Earth Wind & Fire
Belfry Music Theatre, Delavan, Wisconsin
From about $157.00View TicketsLabyrinth - Film
Dixon Historic Theatre, Dixon, Illinois
- From about $23.00View Tickets
- From about $23.00View Tickets
Kalimba - Tribute To Earth Wind & Fire
Belfry Music Theatre, Delavan, Wisconsin
The Rocket Man Show
Dixon Historic Theatre, Dixon, Illinois
From about $84.00View TicketsKnorrwood
Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb, Dekalb, Illinois
From about $61.00View TicketsLate Night Catechism
Woodstock Opera House, Woodstock, Illinois
From about $66.00View TicketsThe Undercovers - Rogers, Richie, and Robinson the Tribute
Belfry Music Theatre, Delavan, Wisconsin
Search flights for:
- Sep 25: Alien Ant Farm
- Sep 26: The Rainbow Fish
- Sep 27: Late Night Catechism
- Sep 30: The Undercovers - Rogers, Richie, and Robinson …
When events near RFD happen
- 83% of the next 90 days’ events at these venues fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The day with the most events is Saturday.
- 101 of 149 events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Cities RFD serves
| City | Events | From RFD | Plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford | 77 | 3.7 mi | Flights · Hotels · Tickets |
| Woodstock | 71 | 35 mi | Hotels · Tickets |
| Beloit | 65 | 21 mi | Flights · Hotels · Tickets |
| Dekalb | 23 | 25 mi | Hotels · Tickets |
| Dixon | 23 | 31 mi | Hotels · Tickets |
| Delavan | 19 | 40 mi | Hotels · Tickets |
| Belvidere | 8 | 14 mi | Flights · Hotels · Tickets |
From our Chicago travel guide
About 70 miles north-west, used mainly by low-cost and charter carriers. There is no rail link and no quick way in; only worth considering if the fare gap is large and you were hiring a car regardless.
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Frequently asked questions
Which venues are closest to RFD?
Of the venues RFD is the first airport we list for, the closest are BMO Center - Rockford (5.2 miles), Coronado Performing Arts Center (5.4 miles) and The Apollo Theatre AC (14 miles), measured in a straight line from the airport.
How far is RFD from downtown Rockford?
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is 3.7 miles (6.0 km) from downtown Rockford in a straight line. The drive is always longer than the straight line.
How many events are near RFD in the next 12 weeks?
We list 114 events on Friday-to-Sunday weekends in the next 12 weeks at venues RFD is the first airport for. The busiest is the weekend of Nov 13, with 15. Counted as of Sep 24, 2026.
Does this page show fares?
No. There are no standing prices for flights; a fare exists only for exact dates, airports and travellers. Use the search on this page and fares are searched live for your dates.
How far is RFD from Woodstock Opera House?
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is 34 miles from Woodstock Opera House in a straight line. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is almost as close, at 36 miles, so compare both when you search.
