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$235+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to The Big Island

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RDU — KOA
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to The Big Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to The Big Island flight deals. Data was last updated June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$474
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$235
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$859
From Raleigh-Durham to The Big Island
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to The Big Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 10/288:00 amRDU - KOA
1 stop13h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/11:25 pmKOA - RDU
1 stop11h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Fri 9/57:21 amRDU - KOA
1 stop13h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/169:55 pmKOA - RDU
2 stops12h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$474
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:36 amRDU - KOA
2 stops18h 51mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/267:03 amKOA - RDU
2 stops16h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/18$498
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:30 amRDU - KOA
1 stop16h 14mDelta
Mon 9/299:45 pmKOA - RDU
2 stops19h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/18$512
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Sun 10/269:00 pmRDU - KOA
2 stops22h 00mSouthwest
Mon 11/39:15 pmKOA - RDU
2 stops14h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/16$535
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/126:01 pmRDU - ITO
2 stops33h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/187:00 pmITO - RDU
2 stops29h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/16$664
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/317:30 amRDU - KOA
2 stops20h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/710:30 amKOA - RDU
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$702
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/17:30 amRDU - ITO
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/86:00 amITO - RDU
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$884
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/317:17 amRDU - ITO
2 stops20h 28mDelta
Thu 8/712:14 pmITO - RDU
2 stops14h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/16$1,004
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Fri 7/46:00 amRDU - ITO
2 stops18h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/107:49 amITO - RDU
2 stops18h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$1,085
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/316:01 pmRDU - MUE
2 stops42h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/77:17 amMUE - RDU
2 stops16h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$1,305

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to The Big Island 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 June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to The Big Island that are best for you.

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The Big Island

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighKailua-Kona

RDU - KOA

RDUKOA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/5

7:21 am-2:25 pm

1 stop13h 04m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/16

9:55 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops12h 54m

$474

RaleighKailua-Kona

RDU - KOA

RDUKOA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/16

7:36 am-8:27 pm

2 stops18h 51m

Kona Intl

Fri 9/26

7:03 am-6:00 am

2 stops16h 57m

$498

RaleighKailua-Kona

RDU - KOA

RDUKOA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/16

7:30 am-5:44 pm

1 stop16h 14m

Kona Intl

Mon 9/29

9:45 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$512

RaleighKailua-Kona

RDU - KOA

RDUKOA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/16

7:00 am-7:24 pm

2 stops18h 24m

Kona Intl

Mon 9/29

10:05 pm-3:43 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$604

RaleighHilo

RDU - ITO

RDUITO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/12

6:01 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops33h 44m

Hilo Intl

Mon 8/18

7:00 pm-6:00 am

2 stops29h 00m

$664

RaleighKailua-Kona

RDU - KOA

RDUKOA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/31

7:30 am-10:04 pm

2 stops20h 34m

Kona Intl

Thu 8/7

10:30 am-6:00 am

1 stop13h 30m

$702

RaleighHilo

RDU - ITO

RDUITO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/1

7:30 am-7:00 am

2 stops29h 30m

Hilo Intl

Fri 8/8

6:00 am-6:35 am

2 stops18h 35m

$884

RaleighKailua-Kona

RDU - KOA

RDUKOA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/28

7:40 pm-10:05 am

2 stops20h 25m

Kona Intl

Fri 7/4

8:20 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$919

RaleighHilo

RDU - ITO

RDUITO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/31

7:17 am-9:45 pm

2 stops20h 28m

Hilo Intl

Thu 8/7

12:14 pm-8:44 am

2 stops14h 30m

$1,004

RaleighHilo

RDU - ITO

RDUITO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/4

6:00 am-6:29 pm

2 stops18h 29m

Hilo Intl

Thu 7/10

7:49 am-8:08 am

2 stops18h 19m

$1,085

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to The Big Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to The Big Island from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to The Big Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to The Big Island?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to The Big Island (average of $409). Flying from Raleigh to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 RDU to FUI?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to The Big Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 18, 2025.

When flying from Raleigh to The Big Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in The Big Island by month

Plan your trip to The Big Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in The Big Island ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit The Big Island when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in The Big Island by month

Plan your trip to The Big Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to The Big Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 71.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing The Big Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to The Big Island. 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 The Big Island. Reviews last updated June 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to The Big Island, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,810 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to The Big Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to The Big Island?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Raleigh to The Big Island. It is only a 11.1 mi journey to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) from Raleigh’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to The Big Island one-way?

    $235 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $246 and $290, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to The Big Island?

    When deciding which route to take from Raleigh to The Big Island consider Raleigh-Durham - Kona Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Hilo Intl or Raleigh-Durham - Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to The Big Island that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Raleigh to The Big Island flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to The Big Island?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to The Big Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to The Big Island 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 Raleigh to The Big Island?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to The Big Island (average of $409). Flying from Raleigh to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 5 airlines flying from Raleigh to The Big Island

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to The Big Island. 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 June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$427Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$432Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$456Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$466Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$581Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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