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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 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SDF
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/712:43 pmRDU - SDF
Nonstop1h 32mBreeze Airways
Thu 12/112:55 pmSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/29$104
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/41:43 pmRDU - SDF
Nonstop1h 32mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/72:55 pmSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/28$107
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:10 amRDU - CVG
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Sat 11/155:43 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop5h 15mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$110
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2012:43 pmRDU - SDF
Nonstop1h 32mBreeze Airways
Sun 11/232:55 pmSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/28$123
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:00 amRDU - CVG
1 stop10h 58mFrontier
Sun 11/1612:01 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$127
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1812:43 pmRDU - SDF
Nonstop1h 32mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/212:55 pmSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/28$128
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/176:10 amRDU - CVG
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Tue 11/188:00 amCVG - RDU
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$139
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1112:43 pmRDU - SDF
Nonstop1h 32mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/142:55 pmSDF - RDU
Nonstop1h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/27$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:10 amRDU - CVG
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Wed 11/1912:52 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop4h 16mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/144:13 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop7h 46mFrontier
Sun 11/1612:01 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$144
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:37 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop5h 22mFrontier
Mon 11/1712:52 pmCVG - RDU
1 stop5h 10mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$150
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/169:35 pmRDU - CVG
1 stop26h 36mFrontier
Tue 11/188:00 amCVG - RDU
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$156

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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$104
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$318

Good round-trip deal

$177 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Kentucky that are best for you.

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RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/11

12:43 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Louisville Intl

Sun 12/14

2:55 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$148

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/20

12:43 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Louisville Intl

Sun 11/23

2:55 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$158

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/7

5:50 pm-10:31 am

1 stop16h 41m

Louisville Intl

Thu 12/11

2:55 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$171

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/7

12:43 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Louisville Intl

Mon 12/8

11:55 am-12:12 am

2 stops12h 17m

$181

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/4

1:43 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Louisville Intl

Sun 12/7

11:55 am-12:12 am

2 stops12h 17m

$191

RaleighCincinnati

RDU - CVG

RDUCVG

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/3

2:57 pm-12:11 am

1 stop9h 14m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 11/7

12:52 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$202

RaleighLouisville

RDU - SDF

RDUSDF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/4

1:43 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Louisville Intl

Fri 12/5

11:21 am-12:12 am

3 stops12h 51m

$220

RaleighLexington

RDU - LEX

RDULEX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/3

8:39 pm-10:28 am

1 stop13h 49m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 12/7

11:18 am-4:55 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$222

RaleighEvansville

RDU - EVV

RDUEVV

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/13

7:05 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Evansville Dress Regional

Mon 11/17

5:35 pm-9:47 am

1 stop15h 12m

$226

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 11/14

9:28 am-1:01 pm

1 stop27h 33m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 11/17

10:15 am-3:22 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$228

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kentucky from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky (average of $89). Flying from Raleigh to Kentucky in December is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 October 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Kentucky at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Kentucky?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Kentucky. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Kentucky flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Raleigh to Kentucky. 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
222 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

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.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Kentucky?

    A quick flight from Raleigh to Kentucky can take about 1h 32m. Breeze Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $148. Raleigh and Kentucky are separated by a distance of 414 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $49 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Breeze Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $87 and $96, 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 - Lexington Blue Grass.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Kentucky?

    While on average a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky is generally $231, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $69. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Nashville Intl), you can expect to pay $141 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Kentucky (average of $89). Flying from Raleigh to Kentucky in December is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 4 airlines flying from Raleigh to Kentucky

Discover the top 4 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$99Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$139Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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