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$79+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Raleigh (RDU)

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — RDU
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in July or August, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Raleigh (RDU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$139
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$248

Good round-trip deal

$173 or less

Good one-way deal

$98 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Wed 9/243:00 pmMDW - RDU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Wed 10/16:00 pmRDU - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/15$139
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 8/62:08 pmORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/139:23 amRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$139
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 10/88:30 pmORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/147:21 amRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$148
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Fri 7/411:32 amORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Mon 7/143:10 pmRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Deal found 6/15$155
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/276:20 amMDW - RDU
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Sun 6/295:15 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop7h 03mFrontier
Deal found 6/14$160
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/411:32 amORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/133:26 pmRDU - ORD
1 stop7h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/236:00 amMDW - RDU
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Mon 9/296:30 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop4h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/14$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/295:35 amORD - RDU
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Tue 8/59:49 amRDU - ORD
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/14$203
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/106:09 pmORD - RDU
1 stop22h 02mSun Country Air
Sun 7/136:20 pmRDU - ORD
1 stop24h 01mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/16$225
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/295:05 amORD - RDU
1 stop26h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/810:45 amRDU - ORD
2 stops34h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/15$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Sat 8/97:30 amORD - RDU
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Mon 8/115:50 amRDU - ORD
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/15$270
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2710:34 amMDW - RDU
2 stops30h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2910:35 amRDU - MDW
2 stops24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$370

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Raleigh 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 June 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Raleigh that are best for you.

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ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

2:08 pm-5:16 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/13

9:23 am-10:47 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$139

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/9

5:40 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/11

6:30 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$148

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

8:45 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/23

7:24 am-8:44 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$148

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/4

11:32 am-2:36 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/14

3:10 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$155

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/27

6:20 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/30

5:07 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$160

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/4

11:32 am-2:36 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/13

3:26 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$181

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/29

5:05 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/5

3:26 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$203

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

5:35 am-11:32 am

1 stop4h 57m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/5

9:49 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$203

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/10

6:09 pm-5:11 pm

1 stop22h 02m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/13

6:20 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop24h 01m

$225

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/29

5:05 am-8:15 am

1 stop26h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/8

10:45 am-8:00 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$228

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The best insider tips for Chicago to Raleigh flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Raleigh trip
Airports
ORD

Avoid long walks by using the free shuttle train between terminals at ORD, especially if you need to switch terminals.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

Use the airport’s mobile system to order food directly to your gate, saving time and ensuring you don't miss boarding.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
RDU

For easy access to Raleigh, use rideshare apps like Uber or Lyft, which pick up from pre-arranged zones at RDU.

Read more about RDUby John Walton
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and MDW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on RDU

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Raleigh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Raleigh is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Chicago to Raleigh 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 CHI to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Raleigh at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on June 15, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Raleigh

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Raleigh. 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 June 16, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to RDU are scheduled on a Monday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

Rainfall in Raleigh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, 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 80.6 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 Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated June 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Raleigh. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,801 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Raleigh from Chicago?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Raleigh. You should not have trouble finding flights to Raleigh-Durham from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 28 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Raleigh airport from Chicago. It is only a 11.1 mi journey from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Raleigh’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Raleigh round-trip?

    Currently priced at $139, United Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Raleigh and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $148 and $148, respectively. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $79 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $79 and $81, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Raleigh?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Raleigh on time: United Airlines (86%), Envoy Air (85%), Air New Zealand (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Raleigh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $67. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $139 on average our data indicates $189 when flying from Chicago to Raleigh.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Raleigh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Raleigh 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 Chicago to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Chicago to Raleigh 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Raleigh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Raleigh. 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$45Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$136Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$173Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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