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$70+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Chicago (CHI)

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RDU — CHI
abr. 27 — may. 41
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated abril 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$71
(Expedia)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$236

Good round-trip deal

$60 or less

Good one-way deal

$48 or less
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From North Carolina to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from North Carolina to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from North Carolina to Chicago (CHI).
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 22, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
vie. 5/236:34 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/255:59 pmORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
jue. 6/59:57 pmCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mFrontier
jue. 6/126:06 pmORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$145
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/96:34 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop5h 55mSpirit Airlines
mié. 5/147:47 amORD - CLT
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$155
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
sáb. 5/245:11 pmCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
dom. 5/257:00 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$161
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
vie. 7/41:01 pmCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 09mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/85:15 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$174
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/86:46 pmCLT - MDW
1 stop17h 23mFrontier
vie. 5/91:19 pmMDW - CLT
1 stop27h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$181
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/313:26 pmRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mFrontier
dom. 8/311:26 amORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$186
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sáb. 5/245:42 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop5h 20mFrontier
dom. 5/259:50 amMDW - RDU
1 stop5h 09mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
mié. 6/46:25 amCLT - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
mié. 6/119:40 amMDW - CLT
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/21$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
sáb. 5/244:09 pmRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines
dom. 5/254:01 pmORD - RDU
Nonstop1h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
lun. 6/26:25 amRDU - MDW
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
sáb. 6/71:10 pmMDW - RDU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$193
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
vie. 5/167:00 amTYS - ORD
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
dom. 5/187:30 amORD - TYS
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$194

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina to Chicago 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 abril 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Chicago that are best for you.

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North Carolina

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

vie. 5/23

6:34 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/25

5:59 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$144

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

jue. 6/5

9:57 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 6/12

6:06 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$145

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

vie. 5/9

6:34 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/14

7:47 am-8:40 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$155

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

sáb. 5/24

5:11 pm-6:47 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/25

7:00 am-10:12 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$161

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

vie. 7/4

1:01 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/8

5:15 am-8:17 am

Nonstop2h 02m

$174

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

jue. 5/8

6:46 pm-11:09 am

1 stop17h 23m

Chicago Midway

vie. 5/9

1:19 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop27h 33m

$181

RaleighChicago

RDU - MDW

RDUMDW

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 5/24

5:42 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Chicago Midway

dom. 5/25

9:50 am-3:59 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$186

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 6/4

6:25 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago Midway

mié. 6/11

9:40 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$187

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 5/24

4:09 pm-5:42 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/25

4:01 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$189

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 5/31

6:36 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 6/2

11:32 am-2:39 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$190

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from North Carolina to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 NC to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.

When flying from North Carolina to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from North Carolina to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from North Carolina to Chicago. 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 abril 22, 2025.

The most flights from USNC to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

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.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated abril 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and Avelo Airlines from North Carolina to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from North Carolina to Chicago one-way?

    $71 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 Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $72 and $81, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from North Carolina to Chicago?

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (88%) or ANA (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from North Carolina to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from North Carolina to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from North Carolina to Chicago is $80. On average you can expect to pay $924. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $128.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina to Chicago?

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from North Carolina to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 North Carolina to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina to Chicago. 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 abril 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$39Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$82Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$102Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$135Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$150Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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