Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Raleigh (RDU) from $41

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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
WAS — RDU
May 11 — May 181

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in September or July, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 May 6, 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$223

One-way from

$69
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Raleigh-Durham

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Users have found that leaving on a Friday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 28% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

To save up to 42% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 37 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh from $239 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $239 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Raleigh from Washington, D.C.. Prices for September average $240 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $119. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January. Opting for a September flight can save you 20% on your journey compared to booking in January

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh (WAS - RDU)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Washington, D.C. and Raleigh. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 5/1410:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop18h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$84
Tue 5/148:00 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop21h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
2 stops28h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$99
Wed 5/1510:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop20h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$104
Tue 6/410:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/116:40 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop6h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$105
Tue 6/46:49 amBWI - RDU
1 stop6h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/46:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$106
Sun 6/210:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/52:36 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop10h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$112
Tue 5/148:24 amBWI - RDU
3 stops32h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$114
Mon 6/310:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/106:40 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$115
Sun 6/210:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/52:36 pmRDU - BWI
2 stops10h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$118
  • If you’re traveling from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights are typically 36% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $231.03 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $88. When traveling from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Raleigh-Durham Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, Spirit Airlines flights are 14% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Washington, D.C. and Raleigh. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Fri 5/318:15 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/16:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$117
Thu 5/308:15 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/26:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$148
Wed 6/58:35 amIAD - RDU
1 stop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/1210:32 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$152
Thu 5/308:35 amIAD - RDU
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/26:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$167
Tue 5/288:15 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/316:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$177
Thu 6/610:25 pmIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/96:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$179
Wed 6/1210:25 pmIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/136:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$208
Fri 5/248:15 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/266:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$213
Fri 6/78:15 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/96:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$239
  • If you’re traveling from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is United Airlines. Flights from United Airlines traveling this route typically cost $229.14 RT. This price is typically 51% more expensive than other airlines that offer Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $99. The most popular departure airport in Washington, D.C. when flying to Raleigh is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Raleigh is Raleigh-Durham Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh, United Airlines flights are 6% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Prices were last updated on May 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 5/1410:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop18h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$84
Mon 5/209:38 amBWI - RDU
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Wed 5/224:33 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$97
Tue 5/148:00 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop21h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
2 stops28h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$99
Wed 5/1510:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop20h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$104
Tue 6/410:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/116:40 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop6h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$105
Tue 6/46:49 amBWI - RDU
1 stop6h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/46:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$106
Mon 5/208:38 amBWI - RDU
1 stop7h 04mFrontier
Wed 5/224:33 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$107
Sun 6/210:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/52:36 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop10h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$112
Tue 5/148:24 amBWI - RDU
3 stops32h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$114

Washington, D.C. to Raleigh 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Washington, D.C. and Raleigh in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 5/1410:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop18h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$84
Mon 5/209:38 amBWI - RDU
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Wed 5/224:33 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$97
Tue 5/148:00 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop21h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
2 stops28h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$99
Wed 5/1510:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop20h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$104
Tue 6/410:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/116:40 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop6h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/4$105
Tue 6/46:49 amBWI - RDU
1 stop6h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/46:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$106
Mon 5/208:38 amBWI - RDU
1 stop7h 04mFrontier
Wed 5/224:33 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$107
Sun 6/210:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/52:36 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop10h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$112
Tue 5/148:24 amBWI - RDU
3 stops32h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$114

Non-stop flights to Raleigh from Washington, D.C.

Discover non-stop flight options from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Search for alternative flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh by utilizing the search form above.
Tue 6/48:00 amDCA - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mDelta
Tue 6/43:04 pmRDU - DCA
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 5/5$117
Fri 5/318:15 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/16:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/4$117
Fri 5/318:00 amDCA - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mDelta
Sun 6/26:05 amRDU - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/5$148
Thu 5/308:15 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/26:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$148
Tue 5/288:15 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/316:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$177
Fri 6/79:40 pmDCA - RDU
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Mon 6/106:04 amRDU - DCA
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 5/6$179
Thu 6/610:25 pmIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/96:00 amRDU - IAD
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$179
Thu 7/1810:00 pmDCA - RDU
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Sat 7/276:04 amRDU - DCA
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 5/5$194
Thu 6/138:00 amDCA - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mDelta
Sun 6/167:44 pmRDU - DCA
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/5$198

Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Tue 5/1410:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop18h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$84
Tue 5/148:00 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop21h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
2 stops28h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$99
Wed 5/1510:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop20h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$104
Tue 5/148:24 amBWI - RDU
3 stops32h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$114
Wed 5/1510:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop20h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
2 stops28h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$120
Mon 5/139:52 amBWI - RDU
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Tue 5/2111:02 amRDU - BWI
1 stop3h 55mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$122
Tue 5/148:24 amBWI - RDU
3 stops32h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/216:05 pmRDU - BWI
2 stops28h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$130
Tue 5/1410:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop18h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1812:48 pmRDU - BWI
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$131
Tue 5/148:00 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2010:00 amRDU - BWI
3 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$132

One-way flights to Raleigh from Washington, D.C.

Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from Washington, D.C., there is a search form available above.
Tue 5/216:49 amBWI - RDU
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$41
Wed 5/297:43 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop17h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$45
Mon 5/209:38 amBWI - RDU
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$49
Mon 6/310:12 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$52
Tue 5/2112:31 pmBWI - RDU
2 stops28h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$54
Tue 5/217:57 pmBWI - RDU
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Deal found 5/5$55
Thu 5/306:49 amBWI - RDU
1 stop6h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/5$56
Wed 8/2111:19 amBWI - RDU
1 stop4h 50mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$58
Sun 5/268:15 amIAD - RDU
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$59

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh 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 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.

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Baltimore/WashingtonRaleigh-Durham

BWI - RDU

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/20

1 stop6h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/22

1 stop16h 30m

$97

Baltimore/WashingtonRaleigh-Durham

BWI - RDU

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/4

1 stop15h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/11

1 stop6h 05m

$105

Baltimore/WashingtonRaleigh-Durham

BWI - RDU

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/4

1 stop6h 47m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/4

1 stop14h 30m

$106

Baltimore/WashingtonRaleigh-Durham

BWI - RDU

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/20

1 stop7h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/22

1 stop16h 30m

$107

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalRaleigh-Durham

DCA - RDU

DCARDU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/4

Nonstop1h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/4

Nonstop1h 16m

$117

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlRaleigh-Durham

IAD - RDU

IADRDU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/31

Nonstop1h 10m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/1

Nonstop1h 13m

$117

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalRaleigh-Durham

DCA - RDU

DCARDU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/31

Nonstop1h 18m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/2

Nonstop1h 04m

$158

Baltimore/WashingtonRaleigh-Durham

BWI - RDU

BWIRDU

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/25

1 stop18h 53m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/27

1 stop16h 30m

$182

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalRaleigh-Durham

DCA - RDU

DCARDU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/4

1 stop7h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/11

1 stop4h 41m

$216

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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.
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Average price of flights to Raleigh by month

Plan your trip from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh is currently $52 while a round-trip flight costs $134. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh (average of $223). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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.

January

$251

February

$238

March

$287

April

$261

May

$261

June

$287

July

$263

August

$227

September

$226

October

$223

November

$263

December

$251

Temperature and rainfall in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

RDU

Temperature

41 - 80.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated May 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

8.1
Very good
10,818 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

7.6
Good
4,535 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

7.4
Good
11,090 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

7.3
Good
14,697 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,084 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats are too narrow and uncomfortable. I do appreciate that there was room for my knees. I hate the boarding circus.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Raleigh from Washington, D.C.?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. You should not have trouble finding flights to Raleigh-Durham from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 20 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Raleigh airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 11.1 mi journey from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Raleigh’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $97, but on average you can expect to pay $119.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh is less than $203.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh for under $100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh within the next 7 days for less than $100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $97. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $105 and $117, respectively. Frontier is priced at 59% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh are Spirit Airlines ($41), Frontier ($49), and United Airlines ($59).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh are Republic Airways (96%), Air China (94%) and Ethiopian Air (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $247 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $58 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $202.

  • What does IAD to RDU mean?

    IAD stands for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, while RDU stands for Raleigh-Durham Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. to Raleigh flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/5.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh. 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 2,689,106 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2024.
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DeltaCheapest$88Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FrontierCheapest$95Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapest$99Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$137Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapest$155Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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