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$68+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Illinois

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RDU — ORD
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$115
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$68
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$225

Good round-trip deal

$60 or less

Good one-way deal

$48 or less
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From North Carolina to Illinois
One-way flight from North Carolina to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($32 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 Illinois.
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Tue 5/134:46 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop7h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/167:55 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$140
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/812:01 pmCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mFrontier
Thu 5/157:55 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$142
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/156:00 amCLT - ORD
1 stop11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2012:41 pmORD - CLT
1 stop8h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$152
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/115:29 pmCLT - MDW
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Mon 5/1212:15 pmMDW - CLT
1 stop6h 39mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/113:26 pmRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mFrontier
Sun 7/1311:32 amORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/164:21 pmCLT - STL
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Sun 5/185:45 pmSTL - CLT
1 stop14h 12mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$161
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/317:20 amRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/37:29 pmORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/217:50 amCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/257:00 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$170
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/45:20 pmCLT - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Tue 7/87:45 pmMDW - CLT
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$174
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/67:00 amTYS - ORD
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/127:58 pmORD - TYS
Nonstop1h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Tue 7/16:00 amCLT - ORD
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/222:02 pmORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$195
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Thu 5/111:29 amRDU - ORD
1 stop7h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/41:01 pmORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$196

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina to Illinois 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

North Carolina

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 5/13

4:46 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

7:55 am-11:11 am

Nonstop2h 16m

$140

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/8

12:01 pm-1:34 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

7:55 am-11:11 am

Nonstop2h 16m

$142

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-4:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

12:41 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$152

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 5/11

5:29 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/12

12:15 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$160

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/11

3:26 pm-4:58 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/13

11:32 am-2:42 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$160

CharlotteSt. Louis

CLT - STL

CLTSTL

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/16

4:21 pm-12:14 am

1 stop8h 53m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/18

5:45 pm-8:57 am

1 stop14h 12m

$161

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/31

7:20 am-8:41 am

Nonstop2h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

7:29 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$169

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 5/21

7:50 am-9:01 am

Nonstop2h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/25

7:00 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$170

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 7/4

5:20 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/8

7:45 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$174

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-7:57 am

Nonstop1h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

7:58 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$194

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from North Carolina to Illinois 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from North Carolina to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from North Carolina to Illinois. 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 17, 2025.

The most flights from USNC to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (28 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 Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from North Carolina to Illinois, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from North Carolina to Illinois are Frontier ($68), Spirit Airlines ($74), and Southwest ($81).

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from North Carolina to Illinois 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 Illinois

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina to Illinois. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$40Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$82Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$135Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$150Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$155Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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