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$48+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Kentucky

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SDF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Kentucky

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to Kentucky flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(Priceline)

One-way from

$48
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$238

Good round-trip deal

$81 or less

Good one-way deal

$81 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Kentucky
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Kentucky. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/241:46 pmRDU - SDF
Nonstop1h 33mBreeze Airways
Thu 7/313:59 pmSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 29mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/11$152
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:59 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop15h 47mFrontier
Sun 10/196:05 amCVG - RDU
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$187
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/247:13 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/316:15 amCVG - RDU
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$193
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/105:10 pmRDU - SDF
1 stop20h 45mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/2412:32 pmSDF - RDU
1 stop5h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$202
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2810:36 amRDU - BNA
1 stop24h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/298:10 pmBNA - RDU
1 stop11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/2511:07 amRDU - TYS
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Fri 8/17:43 pmTYS - RDU
1 stop3h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/10$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 9/236:00 amRDU - SDF
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/256:31 amSDF - RDU
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/219:10 amRDU - LEX
1 stop26h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/248:56 pmLEX - RDU
1 stop11h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$221
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/156:00 amRDU - BNA
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/198:10 pmBNA - RDU
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$222
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 8/25:45 amRDU - BNA
2 stops5h 40mSouthwest
Tue 8/51:20 pmBNA - RDU
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 8/15:45 pmRDU - BNA
Nonstop1h 51mDelta
Mon 8/47:34 pmBNA - RDU
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/10$228
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 8/235:35 pmRDU - LEX
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/2710:45 amLEX - RDU
1 stop6h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$229

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Kentucky 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Kentucky that are best for you.

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Raleigh

Fly to

Kentucky

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/24

1:46 pm-3:19 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/31

3:59 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$152

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/15

6:59 pm-10:46 am

1 stop15h 47m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 10/19

6:05 am-5:00 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$187

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/24

7:13 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 37m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 7/31

6:15 am-8:15 am

1 stop26h 00m

$193

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/10

5:10 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/24

12:32 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$202

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/28

10:36 am-9:48 am

1 stop24h 12m

Nashville Intl

Sun 6/29

8:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop11h 05m

$218

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/25

11:07 am-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/1

7:43 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop3h 37m

$219

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/23

5:51 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Louisville Intl

Thu 9/25

6:31 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$221

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/21

9:10 am-11:23 am

1 stop26h 13m

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 7/24

8:56 pm-8:15 am

1 stop11h 19m

$221

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/2

5:45 am-10:25 am

2 stops5h 40m

Nashville Intl

Tue 8/5

1:20 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$223

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/28

10:36 am-9:48 am

1 stop24h 12m

Nashville Intl

Sat 7/5

6:05 pm-8:10 am

1 stop13h 05m

$224

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Kentucky

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Raleigh to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 KY?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Kentucky. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh to Kentucky as you normally would.

Rainfall in Kentucky by month

Plan your trip to Kentucky by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kentucky ranges from 3.1 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Kentucky when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Kentucky by month

Plan your trip to Kentucky by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kentucky, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kentucky

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kentucky. 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 Kentucky. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Kentucky, such as Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Kentucky. 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 Kentucky?

    Located just 11.1 mi from the city center, Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kentucky from Raleigh.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Kentucky one-way?

    $48 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Breeze Airways and Delta, with prices starting from $51 and $79, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to Kentucky?

    The most popular route from Raleigh to Kentucky is Raleigh-Durham - Nashville Intl. You may also consider Raleigh-Durham - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky or Raleigh-Durham - Knoxville McGhee Tyson.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Kentucky?

    While on average a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky is generally $114, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $56. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Nashville Intl), you can expect to pay $98 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Raleigh to Kentucky that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Kentucky?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Raleigh to Kentucky?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to Kentucky 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 Kentucky?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Raleigh to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 Kentucky

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Kentucky. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$96Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$178Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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