Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Durham.
Every week, there are 83 Raleigh / Durham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, go for the 05:55 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 19:46 with American Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your RDU to ORD flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, so jetting off to Chicago (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with United on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier that operates RDU to ORD flights, with 78.37% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. These are the top stopovers between RDU and ORD:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Nashville Airport
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of all flights departing from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near ORD:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and see more of Chicago and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
From Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Chicago in March.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to ORD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
