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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Raleigh and Chicago?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Raleigh, with most prices found around $174. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Raleigh to Chicago during July average around $177.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $351. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Raleigh to Chicago for around $553.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Raleigh to Chicago during this time can be as low as $136. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $495.
What is the cheapest Raleigh-Durham to Chicago flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Raleigh when booking 18 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $288 when searching 18 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Raleigh for as low as $207 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Raleigh-Durham to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Raleigh-Durham to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh-Durham to Chicago?
Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Raleigh-Durham to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Raleigh according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Raleigh to Chicago on average per day?
The number of flights available between Raleigh and Chicago is 29 per day as of April 2025. The most frequent departure time is 7:00AM, with 46% of daily flights leaving at noon.
How many flights depart from Raleigh to Chicago on average per week?
As of April 2025, 206 flights take off from Raleigh and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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Is flying the fastest way to get from Raleigh to Chicago?
The quickest way is to book a flight from Raleigh to Chicago, which can be as quick as 1h 55m onboard Southwest. You can also get a train from Raleigh to Chicago, or a bus from Raleigh to Chicago which can take you longer to arrive at your destination.
Is flying the cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Chicago?
Expect a flight to be one of the cheapest options available to you for travel. Currently, a flight has deals available from $128. While they may not be the most cost-effective options currently available a train from Raleigh to Chicago or a bus from Raleigh to Chicago can also be options worth looking into if other factors outside of cost are a higher priority.
How far is Raleigh-Durham to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from Raleigh-Durham to Chicago is 640.7 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chicago were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chicago?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chicago as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chicago?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Raleigh to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Raleigh and Chicago, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 18.44% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 with 17.57%, Embraer 175 with 14.16%, and Embraer 170 with 10.13%.
What is the most popular airline from Raleigh to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Raleigh and Chicago, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 34% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Frontier with 29%, United Airlines with 24%, and Southwest with 12%.
Best airlines flying from Raleigh to Chicago
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $38 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,284 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $98 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,956 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $102 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,929 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $140 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,694 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $146 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $162 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,292 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Raleigh to Chicago
The lowest priced Southwest flight from Raleigh to Chicago from the last 72 hours was $162. Generally, Southwest has 20 flights on this route every week with an average price of $331. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 by our users.
United Airlines Flights From Raleigh to Chicago
United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Raleigh to Chicago start from as low as $140 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $289. United Airlines operates 24 flights to Chicago from Raleigh in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,694 reviews.
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