Chicago/Waukegan to Raleigh/Durham (UGN–RDU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
UGN–RDU has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Raleigh/Durham from Chicago/Waukegan
| Metric | UGN→RDU | ORD→RDU | MKE→RDU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from UGN | – | 31 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 16 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | 205 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 42m | 1h 53m | 1h 46m |
Travel Essentials
UGN: CDT · RDU: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Waukegan, it's 7:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham.
Uber and Lyft from RDU to downtown Raleigh cost $20–30 (20–25 min); to downtown Durham: $18–25 (15–20 min). Pickup zones are on the lower level at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Taxis are available at the curb ($30–40 to Raleigh).GoTriangle Route 100 ($2.25) is a budget option to downtown Raleigh and Durham; check hours before relying on it for evening or early-morning flights. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings with cars in the adjacent garage. Chapel Hill is 20–25 minutes via US-15-501.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild but variable winters. Summer (June–August) temperatures reach 33–37°C with high humidity. Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent and can cause ground holds. The region sits in a tornado risk corridor during spring (April–May).
Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 2–12°C. The Piedmont of North Carolina experiences ice storms. Freezing rain events, common every 1–2 years, are the primary disruption risk. Snow is lighter than areas further north, but ice can be severe. Autumn (September–November) is the most operationally stable season.
UGN–RDU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from UGN to RDU
Waukegan National Airport (UGN) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
UGN to RDU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from UGN to RDU is about 1 hours 42 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 663 miles (1,068 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Milwaukee (MKE) and Chicago (MDW).