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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago Rockford to St. Pete–Clearwater International flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Chicago Rockford to St. Pete–Clearwater International

Chicago Rockford to St. Pete–Clearwater International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago Rockford to Tampa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than St. Pete–Clearwater International.

Chicago to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs17,463
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Chicago Rockford to St. Pete–Clearwater International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago Rockford to St. Pete–Clearwater International is Rs32,673. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago Rockford to St. Pete–Clearwater International.
Allegiant Air flies direct from Chicago Rockford to St. Pete–Clearwater International.
As of September 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Chicago Rockford to St. Pete–Clearwater International.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago Rockford to St. Pete–Clearwater International is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago Rockford Airport to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport on Monday, 8 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to St. Pete–Clearwater International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to St. Pete–Clearwater International.

Flying from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago.

  • Each week, there are three Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, pick the 08:42 Allegiant Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 20:14 with Allegiant Air.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RFD to PIE flight.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Jetting into Tampa (and then discovering more of United States!) is a snap with Allegiant Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Allegiant Air.

  • With 70.0% of its services arriving as planned, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier offering RFD to PIE flights.

  • Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. Many travellers pass through Nashville International Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • Rs17,463 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs32,673. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • To get cheap tickets from RFD to PIE, book your trip eight months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from RFD to PIE couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport.

Handy information about Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • You'll find RFD at 2 Airport Cir.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago Rockford International Airport, 76.19% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to RFD:

Arriving at St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

Getting from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to central Tampa

  • The street address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 2 hours 10 minutes.

When to fly to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Tampa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RFD to PIE in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 23ºC then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Tampa, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its leading sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.

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