How long is the flight from Durham to Chicago?

There are many flights that can get you from Durham to Chicago in 7h 25m. Fly via Frontier, JetBlue, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance from Durham to Chicago is about 631 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham to Chicago one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $54. Southwest flights start at $69 while deals on American Airlines start at $69 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

What are the most popular routes from Durham to Chicago?

The most popular flight routes from Durham to Chicago are Raleigh-Durham - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Chicago Midway and Raleigh-Durham - Chicago Greater Rockford.

What are the cheapest flights from Durham to Chicago?

While on average a flight from Durham to Chicago is generally $816, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $69. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $118 for that flight.

What are the most reliable airlines from Durham to Chicago?

Before booking your flight to Chicago from Durham, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Cathay Pacific (87%), ANA (82%), United Airlines( 78%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Durham to Chicago?

The most popular airlines flying from Durham to Chicago are American Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Can I find deals for flights from Durham to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Durham to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Durham to Chicago?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durham to Chicago.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Durham to Chicago?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapest flights from Durham to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

Wed 12/311:05 pmRDU - ORD

1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/76:05 pmORD - RDU

1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines

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$158

Wed 12/311:05 pmRDU - ORD

1 stop10h 19mFrontier

Tue 1/62:26 pmORD - RDU

1 stop8h 46mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$163

Wed 12/316:00 amRDU - MDW

1 stop8h 21mFrontier

Mon 1/56:12 amMDW - RDU

1 stop5h 08mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$163

Wed 12/247:40 pmRDU - ORD

1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines

Thu 12/256:37 pmORD - RDU

Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$187

Wed 12/241:50 pmRDU - MDW

1 stop7h 25mSouthwest

Thu 1/110:00 amMDW - RDU

Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$187

Wed 12/318:31 amRDU - ORD

1 stop12h 35mFrontier

Mon 1/56:00 amORD - RDU

1 stop5h 20mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$189

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1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/18:51 amORD - RDU

1 stop4h 19mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$197

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Nonstop2h 41mAmerican Airlines

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Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$202

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1 stop12h 35mFrontier

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1 stop4h 55mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$212

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1 stop6h 18mFrontier

Wed 12/316:05 amORD - RDU

1 stop4h 55mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$214

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1 stop4h 48mFrontier

Deal found 12/15

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1 stop4h 48mFrontier

Deal found 12/16

$239

Best flights from Durham to Chicago
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Durham to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Tue 1/277:10 amRDU - ORD

1 stop7h 48mFrontier

Mon 2/23:22 pmORD - RDU

1 stop20h 11mFrontier

Deal found 12/15

$127

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1 stop5h 23mJetBlue

Deal found 12/15

$161

Sun 1/187:19 pmRDU - MDW

1 stop5h 43mMultiple Airlines

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1 stop13h 18mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$171

Wed 12/241:50 pmRDU - MDW

1 stop7h 25mSouthwest

Thu 1/110:00 amMDW - RDU

Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 12/17

$187

Sat 1/177:05 amRDU - ORD

1 stop7h 03mDelta

Sat 1/175:59 pmORD - RDU

1 stop5h 16mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$197

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2 stops20h 35mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$216

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$161

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1 stop8h 21mFrontier

Wed 1/75:10 pmMDW - RDU

1 stop6h 02mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$163

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1 stop7h 42mJetBlue

Deal found 12/17

$161

Mon 1/126:16 pmRDU - MDW

1 stop5h 01mFrontier

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1 stop6h 10mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$163

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1 stop6h 16mDelta

Sun 1/185:59 pmMDW - RDU

1 stop5h 16mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$197

Thu 1/296:10 amRDU - MDW

1 stop6h 35mFrontier

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1 stop11h 30mFrontier

Deal found 12/15

$183

Tue 1/132:51 pmRDU - ORD

1 stop5h 45mJetBlue

Sat 1/179:40 amORD - RDU

1 stop6h 41mJetBlue

Deal found 12/17

$191

Thu 1/156:20 pmRDU - MDW

Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest

Sun 1/181:25 pmMDW - RDU

Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 12/15

$234

Sun 1/187:26 pmRDU - ORD

1 stop5h 33mDelta

Wed 1/216:50 amORD - RDU

1 stop4h 26mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$225

Fri 3/66:15 amRDU - ORD

1 stop6h 34mJetBlue

Mon 3/96:04 amORD - RDU

1 stop7h 41mJetBlue

Deal found 12/16

$191

Wed 1/141:01 pmRDU - MDW

1 stop5h 33mDelta

Sun 1/186:45 amMDW - RDU

1 stop4h 07mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$225

Thu 1/112:55 pmRDU - MDW

1 stop5h 43mFrontier

Mon 1/56:12 amMDW - RDU

1 stop5h 08mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$213

Thu 1/156:00 amRDU - ORD

1 stop11h 22mDelta

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1 stop4h 13mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$235

Fri 4/1011:52 amRDU - ORD

1 stop13h 37mFrontier

Sun 4/124:00 pmORD - RDU

1 stop23h 20mFrontier

Deal found 12/15

$232

Wed 12/315:28 pmRDU - ORD

1 stop4h 08mDelta

Tue 1/67:30 pmORD - RDU

1 stop11h 44mDelta

Deal found 12/14

$245

Last-minute flights from Durham to Chicago
Discover last-minute flight deals from Durham to Chicago. Data last updated December 18, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 1/99:25 amRDU - ORD

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$123

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Mon 1/129:25 amRDU - ORD

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1 stop22h 21mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$116

Tue 1/136:10 amRDU - MDW

1 stop5h 24mFrontier

Wed 1/211:20 pmMDW - RDU

1 stop9h 31mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$145

Thu 1/1511:43 amRDU - ORD

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1 stop7h 58mFrontier

Deal found 12/16

$111

Thu 1/156:10 amRDU - ORD

1 stop6h 58mFrontier

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Deal found 12/17

$113

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Mon 1/197:20 pmORD - RDU

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Deal found 12/16

$117

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Deal found 12/18

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$112

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1 stop21h 46mFrontier

Mon 1/197:45 amORD - RDU

Nonstop2h 03mFrontier

Deal found 12/16

$119

One-way flights from Durham to Chicago
Search for one-way flight options from Durham to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Wed 3/46:25 amRDU - ORD

1 stop11h 27mFrontier

Deal found 12/18

$62

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1 stop11h 27mFrontier

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$63

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1 stop17h 28mMultiple Airlines

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$64

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1 stop5h 55mFrontier

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$64

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1 stop6h 58mFrontier

Deal found 12/18

$68

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1 stop15h 16mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$68

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1 stop22h 58mFrontier

Deal found 12/18

$70

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1 stop24h 36mFrontier

Deal found 12/16

$70

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1 stop8h 27mFrontier

Deal found 12/17

$71

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1 stop18h 01mFrontier

Deal found 12/16

$71

Mon 1/197:19 pmRDU - ORD

1 stop14h 53mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$72

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1 stop23h 16mFrontier

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$72

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Return

Price

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/27

7:10 am-1:58 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

3:22 pm-12:33 pm

1 stop20h 11m

$127

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/24

10:00 am-5:43 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

7:27 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$161

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/14

1:25 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/17

10:35 am-7:34 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$161

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/28

6:15 am-11:58 am

1 stop6h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

6:04 am-2:46 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$161

RaleighChicago

RDU - MDW

RDUMDW

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/7

5:10 pm-12:12 am

1 stop6h 02m

$163

RaleighChicago

RDU - MDW

RDUMDW

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/12

6:16 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/22

5:01 pm-12:11 am

1 stop6h 10m

$163

RaleighChicago

RDU - MDW

RDUMDW

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/18

7:19 pm-12:02 am

1 stop5h 43m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/24

9:38 am-11:56 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$171

RaleighChicago

RDU - MDW

RDUMDW

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/29

6:10 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 35m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$183

RaleighChicago

RDU - MDW

RDUMDW

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/24

1:50 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/1

10:00 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$187

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/13

2:51 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

9:40 am-5:21 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$191

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Durham to Chicago?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durham to Chicago, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Chicago (average of $61). Flying from Durham to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $198). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DU8 to CHI?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Durham to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durham to Chicago?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durham to Chicago, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,091 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,054 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Frontier

5.8

Fair

3,081 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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How long is the flight from Durham to Chicago?
There are many flights that can get you from Durham to Chicago in 7h 25m. Fly via Frontier, JetBlue, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance from Durham to Chicago is about 631 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham to Chicago one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $54. Southwest flights start at $69 while deals on American Airlines start at $69 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Durham to Chicago?
The most popular flight routes from Durham to Chicago are Raleigh-Durham - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Chicago Midway and Raleigh-Durham - Chicago Greater Rockford.
What are the most reliable airlines from Durham to Chicago?
Before booking your flight to Chicago from Durham, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Cathay Pacific (87%), ANA (82%), United Airlines( 78%).
What are the cheapest flights from Durham to Chicago?
While on average a flight from Durham to Chicago is generally $816, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $69. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $118 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Durham to Chicago that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Durham to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Durham to Chicago?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durham to Chicago.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Durham to Chicago?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durham to Chicago?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Chicago (average of $61). Flying from Durham to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $198). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Durham to Chicago

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$76	Average$187	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$81	Average$184	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$98	Average$305	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$160	Average$327	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$172	Average$350	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$177	Average$314	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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Cheapest flights from Durham to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.