Cheap flights from Raleigh to Chicago (RDU - CHI)
The best prices from Raleigh Raleigh-Durham to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday
How to find the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Chicago
All the information you need to plan the best RDU to CHI flight in 2022: compare Raleigh to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.
RDU - CHI | Price | $97 - $191 |
CHI | Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI | Precipitation | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
Popular in
March
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Cheapest in
September
Best time to find cheap flights, 33% potential price drop
Round-trip from
$97
From Raleigh Raleigh-Durham to Chicago (CHI)
One-way from
$80
One-way flight from Raleigh Raleigh-Durham to Chicago (CHI)
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Chicago?
It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Chicago?
To save on the cost of your flight from Raleigh to Chicago, book at least 57 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 19% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $131 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $145.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Chicago?
Flights from Raleigh to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in March. Prices are generally better when you fly from Raleigh to Chicago in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $56.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Chicago (RDU - CHI)?
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Raleigh 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 36% on airfare.
Cheap flights from Raleigh to Chicago in January, February 2022
The best prices found for RDU to CHI flights for January, February
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
17h 30mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
1 stop
8h 21mSpirit Airlines
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
17h 30mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
1 stop
15h 17mSpirit Airlines
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
17h 30mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
1 stop
20h 15mSpirit Airlines
Raleigh to Chicago 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Chicago from Raleigh found for this year
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
17h 30mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
1 stop
8h 21mSpirit Airlines
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
17h 30mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
1 stop
15h 17mSpirit Airlines
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
17h 30mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
1 stop
20h 15mSpirit Airlines
Non-stop flights to Chicago from Raleigh
Save time with Raleigh to Chicago direct flight deals
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nonstop
2h 16mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Nonstop
2h 04mFrontier
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nonstop
2h 02mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Nonstop
1h 57mUnited Airlines
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Nonstop
2h 16mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Nonstop
2h 00mFrontier
Last minute flights from Raleigh to Chicago
Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Raleigh, departing today and this week
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
12h 55mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
1 stop
9h 58mFrontier
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
28h 08mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
1 stop
12h 27mSpirit Airlines
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
29h 05mChicago O'Hare Intl
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
1 stop
9h 03mSpirit Airlines
One-way flights to Chicago All airports from Raleigh
The cheapest one-way flights from Raleigh to Chicago
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
21h 04mSpirit Airlines
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago O'Hare Intl
1 stop
17h 30mSpirit Airlines
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham
Chicago Greater Rockford
1 stop
26h 46mMultiple Airlines
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Raleigh to Chicago flights.
What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Chicago?
Raleigh Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Raleigh to Chicago. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago from Raleigh-Durham; the airport handles an average of 18 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the Raleigh airport to Chicago. It is only a 11.1 mi journey to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) from Raleigh’s city center.
Which airlines flying from Raleigh Raleigh-Durham to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Some of the carriers operating flights from Raleigh Raleigh-Durham to Chicago that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are American Airlines, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.
Can I find flights from Raleigh to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Raleigh to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $110, but on average you can expect to pay $132.
Are there nonstop flights from Raleigh to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Raleigh to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Raleigh to Chicago is less than $204.
Are there last-minute flights available from Raleigh to Chicago for under $200?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Raleigh to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.
What days are nonstop flights available from Raleigh to Chicago?
You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Wednesday.
How many flights depart from Raleigh to Chicago on average per day?
1 flight departure from Raleigh to Chicago per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Raleigh to Chicago?
A quick flight from Raleigh to Chicago can take about 4h 37m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $110. Raleigh and Chicago are separated by a distance of 649 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Chicago round-trip?
Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $110. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $128 and $141, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Chicago one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $49. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to Chicago for a low price.
What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to Chicago?
The most popular flight routes from Raleigh to Chicago are Raleigh Raleigh-Durham - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Raleigh Raleigh-Durham - Chicago Midway and Raleigh Raleigh-Durham - Chicago Greater Rockford.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Raleigh to Chicago?
Consider Major Airline, American Airlines or JetBlue when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Raleigh to Chicago.
What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to Chicago?
Consider Aer Lingus (92%), United Airlines (90%) or SAS (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Raleigh to Chicago.
What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Chicago?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Chicago? While on average our users pay $208, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $37. The most popular route (Raleigh Raleigh-Durham - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $118.
Other flights to Chicago
Flights to Chicago from Raleigh
Can I fly to Chicago from Raleigh Raleigh-Durham right now?
Most visitors from Raleigh Raleigh-Durham need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Chicago.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Raleigh Raleigh-Durham must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 24 hours before departing to Chicago.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Raleigh Raleigh-Durham are not required to quarantine after entering Chicago.
Can I fly back to Raleigh Raleigh-Durham from Chicago?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Chicago must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 24 hours before departing to Raleigh Raleigh-Durham.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Raleigh Raleigh-Durham.
Alternative routes for Raleigh to Chicago
See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Top 6 airlines flying from Raleigh to Chicago
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Raleigh to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Chicago
See what time of day planes typically take off from Raleigh to Chicago
| 9%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
|---|---|
| 38%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 53%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 0%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Chicago
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Raleigh to Chicago
| Sunday | 15daily flights |
|---|---|
| Monday | 23daily flights |
| Tuesday | 20daily flights |
| Wednesday | 23daily flights |
| Thursday | 21daily flights |
| Friday | 19daily flights |
| Saturday | 8daily flights |