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$59+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Chicago (CHI)

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CLT — CHI
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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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 April 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$127
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$59
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$197

Good round-trip deal

$60 or less

Good one-way deal

$120 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. 14% potential increase in price ($35 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
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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 April 1, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 4/2511:55 amCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/295:36 amORD - CLT
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$127
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 5/912:01 pmCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mFrontier
Sun 5/255:59 pmORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 10mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$128
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Thu 5/152:53 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop6h 15mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/207:47 amORD - CLT
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$129
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/910:36 amCLT - MDW
1 stop10h 57mFrontier
Sun 5/1110:55 amMDW - CLT
1 stop6h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/307:00 amCLT - MDW
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Wed 5/76:30 pmMDW - CLT
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$171
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/2311:19 amCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/45:10 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 6/74:45 pmILM - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/179:10 amORD - ILM
Nonstop2h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/3111:08 amCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/42:01 pmORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$188
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/17:00 amTYS - ORD
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/47:58 pmORD - TYS
Nonstop1h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/229:38 amCLT - ORD
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Wed 4/235:05 pmORD - CLT
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Deal found 3/31$197
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 4/104:31 pmTYS - ORD
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Sun 4/136:45 amORD - TYS
1 stop8h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 7/25:44 pmILM - ORD
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Tue 7/87:10 amORD - ILM
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/1$199

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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 April 1, 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

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Return

Price

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 4/25

11:55 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

5:36 am-4:38 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$127

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/9

12:01 pm-1:34 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/25

5:59 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$128

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/15

2:53 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

7:47 am-3:51 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$129

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/9

10:36 am-8:33 pm

1 stop10h 57m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/11

10:55 am-5:56 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$158

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 4/30

7:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/7

6:30 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$171

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 4/23

11:19 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

5:10 am-8:16 am

Nonstop2h 06m

$179

WilmingtonChicago

ILM - ORD

ILMORD

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 6/7

4:45 pm-6:17 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/17

9:10 am-12:24 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$179

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 5/31

11:08 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/4

2:01 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$188

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/1

7:00 am-7:57 am

Nonstop1h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

7:58 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$189

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 4/22

6:00 am-10:03 am

1 stop5h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/22

3:30 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Chicago

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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 $323). 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 April 1, 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 April 1, 2025.

The most flights from USNC to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 April 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United 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.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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?

    $59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $63 and $90, respectively.

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

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

    Consider Qatar Airways (90%), Republic Airways (87%) or ANA (86%) 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 $57. On average you can expect to pay $2,533. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $139.

  • 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 $323). 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$38Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$79Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$143Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$165Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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