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$76+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Durham, NC

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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — RDU
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Durham are usually found in July or May, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Durham

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Durham (DU8). 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 December 22, 2024.

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$160
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One-way from

$76
(Kiwi.com)

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$367
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2610:15 pmORD - RDU
1 stop9h 57mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3112:10 pmRDU - ORD
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$266
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:34 amMDW - RDU
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
Wed 1/18:45 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop10h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$278
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2610:15 pmORD - RDU
1 stop9h 57mFrontier
Sun 12/299:44 pmRDU - ORD
1 stop13h 10mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$334
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:09 pmORD - RDU
1 stop10h 00mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/15:15 amRDU - ORD
1 stop6h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$418
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/308:30 pmMDW - RDU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Wed 1/12:05 pmRDU - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$467
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:24 amORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/19:30 amRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$502
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/302:55 pmORD - RDU
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Wed 1/16:20 amRDU - ORD
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$531
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/269:55 amORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/76:00 amRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$541
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/275:03 pmMDW - RDU
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Tue 12/315:59 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/21$586
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/275:25 pmORD - RDU
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Tue 12/3112:36 pmRDU - ORD
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/21$586

Find flights from Chicago to Durham within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Durham 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 December 22, 2024.

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ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/7

12:09 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/13

4:27 pm-12:31 am

1 stop9h 04m

$160

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/17

6:50 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/20

7:00 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$161

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/5

1:45 pm-7:28 am

1 stop16h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/12

6:25 am-4:31 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$167

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/6

6:30 am-2:09 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/8

6:33 am-8:05 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$182

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/29

7:34 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/1

6:00 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$183

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/15

6:00 am-1:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/28

5:30 am-8:54 am

1 stop4h 24m

$196

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

5:45 am-11:36 am

1 stop4h 51m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/28

5:30 am-9:16 am

1 stop4h 46m

$196

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/3

8:27 pm-11:19 am

1 stop13h 52m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/6

9:27 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop16h 02m

$198

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/12

7:13 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops17h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/24

3:07 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$209

ChicagoRaleigh

ORD - RDU

ORDRDU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/6

7:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/8

6:50 am-3:20 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$287

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Durham

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Durham

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Durham including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Durham. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Durham. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Chicago to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Durham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Durham. Price data was last updated on September 15, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Durham 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 Durham

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Durham. 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to DU8 are scheduled on a Saturday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Durham by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durham 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 Durham when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Durham by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Durham, 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 Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. 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 Durham. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, American Airlines and Southwest from Chicago to Durham. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,265 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Durham. 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 Chicago to Durham one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $76 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $81 and American Airlines from $93 one-way.

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

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (97%) or Alaska Airlines (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Durham.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Durham?

    On average you can expect to pay $290 for a flight from Chicago to Durham. The cheapest flight overall is $88 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $140.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Durham (average of $206). Flying from Chicago to Durham in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Durham

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Durham. 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$132Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$135Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$169Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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