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$51+ Cheap flights from Illinois to North Carolina

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — RDU
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to North Carolina

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to North Carolina flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$104
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$51
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$195

Good round-trip deal

$68 or less

Good one-way deal

$113 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to North Carolina
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to North Carolina. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/232:19 pmORD - MYR
Nonstop1h 58mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/2611:36 amMYR - ORD
Nonstop2h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$104
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/15:00 pmMDW - RDU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Fri 7/45:35 pmRDU - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$161
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:55 pmORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/411:15 amRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$161
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1311:32 amORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/159:05 amRDU - ORD
1 stop5h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$162
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Fri 10/3112:32 pmORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 06mFrontier
Sun 11/29:00 pmRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$168
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/157:55 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Thu 5/2210:09 pmCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$173
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1111:40 amORD - CLT
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/116:04 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop4h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$176
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Thu 5/299:55 amORD - CLT
1 stop9h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/19:40 amCLT - ORD
1 stop5h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:28 pmORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 07mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/45:14 pmRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$179
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Thu 5/227:35 pmORD - RDU
1 stop12h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/258:50 amRDU - ORD
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1612:15 pmMDW - CLT
1 stop6h 39mFrontier
Sun 5/185:29 pmCLT - MDW
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/127:47 amORD - CLT
1 stop8h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2210:09 pmCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$181

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to North Carolina that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to North Carolina that are best for you.

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Illinois

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North Carolina

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoMyrtle Beach

ORD - MYR

ORDMYR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/23

2:19 pm-5:17 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Myrtle Beach Intl

Mon 5/26

11:36 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$104

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/1

5:00 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/4

5:35 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$161

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

6:55 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/4

11:15 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$161

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/13

11:32 am-2:36 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/15

9:05 am-1:36 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$162

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

11:28 am-11:56 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/4

3:26 pm-4:58 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$172

ChicagoCharlotte

ORD - CLT

ORDCLT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

7:55 am-11:11 am

Nonstop2h 16m

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/22

10:09 pm-11:42 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$173

ChicagoCharlotte

ORD - CLT

ORDCLT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/11

11:40 am-5:00 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 6/11

6:04 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop4h 09m

$176

ChicagoCharlotte

ORD - CLT

ORDCLT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/29

9:55 am-7:57 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 6/1

9:40 am-2:06 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$177

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

6:28 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/4

5:14 pm-6:38 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$179

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

7:35 pm-9:12 am

1 stop12h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/25

8:50 am-2:06 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$180

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to North Carolina

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to North Carolina

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to North Carolina?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to North Carolina (average of $206). Flying from Illinois to North Carolina in March is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 IL to NC?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to North Carolina. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to North Carolina as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to North Carolina

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to North Carolina. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USNC are scheduled on a Wednesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in North Carolina by month

Plan your trip to North Carolina by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in North Carolina ranges from 3.0 - 4.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. April is typically the driest time to visit North Carolina when rainfall is around 3.0 in.

Temperature in North Carolina by month

Plan your trip to North Carolina by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to North Carolina, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing North Carolina

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North Carolina. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to North Carolina. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Illinois to North Carolina have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to North Carolina one-way?

    $51 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and American Airlines, with prices starting from $81 and $81, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to North Carolina that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to North Carolina flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to North Carolina 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 Illinois to North Carolina?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to North Carolina (average of $206). Flying from Illinois to North Carolina in March is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 7 airlines flying from Illinois to North Carolina

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to North Carolina. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$38Average$92FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$42Average$122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$80Average$103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$135Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$165Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$186Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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