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$70+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Minneapolis (RDU - MSP)

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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MSP
May 20 — May 271
Wed 5/20
Wed 5/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in April or July, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 20, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/812:26 pm
RDU
-
MSP
1 stop21h 53m
Frontier
Mon 5/119:39 pm
MSP
-
RDU
1 stop13h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15$140
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/2911:53 am
RDU
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 42m
Delta
Sun 5/318:08 pm
MSP
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 32m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$153
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/16:10 pm
RDU
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 47m
Sun Country Air
Wed 6/37:10 am
MSP
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 32m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 4/15$156
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/236:15 am
RDU
-
MSP
1 stop8h 22m
Frontier
Sat 5/302:22 pm
MSP
-
RDU
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16$160
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/216:13 pm
RDU
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/254:11 pm
MSP
-
RDU
1 stop7h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$164
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/216:15 am
RDU
-
MSP
1 stop8h 22m
Frontier
Mon 5/254:11 pm
MSP
-
RDU
1 stop7h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/59:05 pm
RDU
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 42m
Sun Country Air
Sat 8/87:10 am
MSP
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 32m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 4/16$167
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/216:13 pm
RDU
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/239:39 pm
MSP
-
RDU
1 stop12h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$170
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 5/276:10 am
RDU
-
MSP
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Sat 5/307:25 am
MSP
-
RDU
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/36:05 pm
RDU
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 42m
Sun Country Air
Sat 8/87:10 am
MSP
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 32m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 4/16$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/135:59 pm
RDU
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 42m
Sun Country Air
Wed 7/227:10 am
MSP
-
RDU
Nonstop2h 32m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 4/16$178

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 April 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$140
(Expedia)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$209

Good round-trip deal

$260 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Minneapolis St Paul flight deals.
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One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Minneapolis St Paul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Raleigh-Durham to Minneapolis St Paul.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Minneapolis 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 April 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/29

7:06 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/31

7:10 am-10:36 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$153

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/21

3:05 pm-4:57 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/25

7:10 am-10:36 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$153

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/27

5:40 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 20m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/31

7:10 am-10:36 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$256

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/22

6:00 am-7:48 am

Nonstop2h 48m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/25

5:20 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 32m

$256

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/29

6:20 am-2:25 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/31

7:40 am-4:10 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$292

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/13

7:06 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/21

8:08 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$296
Quickest round-trip

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/6

6:00 am-7:46 am

Nonstop2h 46m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/9

10:24 am-1:54 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$339

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/11

2:49 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 6/16

8:25 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$339
Cheapest one-way

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/16

11:56 am-1:39 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$88

RaleighMinneapolis

RDU - MSP

RDUMSP

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/22

7:06 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$95

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Deals found on 4/20

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh to Minneapolis

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Minneapolis in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Minneapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Raleigh-Minneapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis (average of $209). Flying from Raleigh to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 20, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Minneapolis in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Minneapolis?

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated April 20, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Raleigh to Minneapolis. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,422 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,629 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Sun Country Air
6.8
Okay
336 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,983 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Raleigh to Minneapolis?

    If you book a flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham to Minneapolis St Paul. Flights to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) take 2h 42m for a nonstop flight. There are 10 flights from Raleigh-Durham to Minneapolis per day from 5 airlines.

  • How popular is this Raleigh to Minneapolis flight route?

    The Raleigh-Durham to Minneapolis St Paul flight path was viewed by 11 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis?

    A quick flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis can take about 2h 54m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $153. There are 978 mi between Raleigh and Minneapolis. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Minneapolis round-trip?

    According to our current data, Sun Country Air ($88), Frontier ($130), and Delta ($159) offers the cheapest pricing from Raleigh to Minneapolis. Sun Country Air is 72% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $72 and $89, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to Minneapolis?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Raleigh to Minneapolis on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Korean Air (92%), Virgin Atlantic (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Minneapolis?

    The cheapest flight price from Raleigh to Minneapolis is $111. On average you can expect to pay $803. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $153.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Minneapolis (average of $209). Flying from Raleigh to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 Minneapolis

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to Minneapolis. 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 April 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$88Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$159Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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