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Chicago/Rockford Intl (KRFD/RFD) — Chicago/Rockford, United States

Chicago/Rockford Intl (KRFD/RFD) serves Chicago/Rockford, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (01/19, 07/25). Field elevation is 742 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 8/10
Observed Activity · Sep 11
50 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 2 on the ground · busiest hour 18:00Z
2026-08-292026-09-11
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KRFD
  • Name: Chicago/Rockford Intl
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: 42.1954
  • Longitude: -89.097198
  • Elevation: 742 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Chicago/Rockford
  • IATA Code: RFD
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Distance from City: 0.4 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

  • Designation: 01/19
  • Dimensions: 8199 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 07/25

  • Designation: 07/25
  • Dimensions: 10004 X 150
  • Surface: PEM
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.300 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: 121.500, 122.950, 243.000 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 126.700 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Chicago/Rockford Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 815-965-4011
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: $4.89 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: $0.4 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: FBO services by Atlantic Aviation and Landmark Aviation. Volume discounts may be available. International facility fees additional where applicable.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available from Signature Flight Support and Atlantic Aviation. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: Jet A
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A
  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1+
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Voluntary noise abatement procedures between 2200-0700 local. Stage 2 aircraft prohibited. Chapter 3 minimum required.

Alternates

KORD

  • ICAO: KORD
  • Name: -O'Hare Intl
  • Distance (NM): 54.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required. Terminal 5 handles international arrivals. CBP Global Entry kiosks available. FIS for GA at Atlantic Aviation.

KMSN

  • ICAO: KMSN
  • Name: Dane Co Regl-Truax
  • Distance (NM): 57.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KMDW

  • ICAO: KMDW
  • Name: Chicago Midway Intl
  • Distance (NM): 64.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KMKE

  • ICAO: KMKE
  • Name: Gen Mitchell Intl
  • Distance (NM): 69.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KMLI

  • ICAO: KMLI
  • Name: Quad-City Intl.
  • Distance (NM): 77.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Active NOTAMs

09/044 caution
Taxiway closed
TWY F BTN TWY F4 AND TWY F2 CLSD
2026-09-10 12:00:00 2026-09-30 23:59:00
A2157/26 caution
Apron closed
APRON WEST CARGO RAMP C CLSD
2026-09-10 12:00:00 2026-09-30 23:59:00
A2156/26 caution
Taxiway lighting closed
TWY F3, K CLSD
2026-09-10 12:00:00 2026-09-30 23:59:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of KRFD?
Chicago/Rockford Intl operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at KRFD?
The tower frequency at Chicago/Rockford Intl is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at KRFD?
Chicago/Rockford Intl offers Jet A-1, 100LL, Jet A, Jet A-1+.
Does KRFD require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Chicago/Rockford Intl (United States).
Where is KRFD located?
Chicago/Rockford Intl (KRFD) is located in Chicago/Rockford, United States.
What is the IATA code for KRFD?
The IATA code for Chicago/Rockford Intl is RFD.
How long is the runway at KRFD?
The main runway at Chicago/Rockford Intl (01/19) measures 8199 X 150.
Is KRFD a port of entry?
Yes, Chicago/Rockford Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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