RDU's efficient layout makes navigating its two terminals easy. Know your terminal in advance to save time during check-in and security.

Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars  | 
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars  | 
Round-trip from | $138 (Breeze Airways)  | 
One-way from | $52 (Kiwi.com)  | 
Popular in | November | 
Cheapest in | September | 
Average price | $338 | 
Good round-trip deal | $198 or less | 
Good one-way deal | $102 or less | 
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Sun 11/16
5:03 pm-6:29 pm
Nonstop2h 26m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 11/20
11:45 am-6:19 pm
1 stop5h 34m
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 11/10
5:33 pm-9:51 pm
1 stop5h 18m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 11/14
8:30 am-11:33 am
Nonstop2h 03m
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Sat 12/13
4:00 pm-8:07 pm
1 stop5h 07m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 12/16
6:20 am-1:06 pm
1 stop5h 46m
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Thu 12/4
7:20 am-3:37 pm
1 stop9h 17m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 12/7
5:15 am-1:06 pm
1 stop6h 51m
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Sat 12/6
7:20 am-12:37 pm
1 stop6h 17m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 12/9
6:20 am-11:37 am
1 stop4h 17m
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Sun 12/21
5:03 pm-6:29 pm
Nonstop2h 26m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 12/25
9:00 am-12:03 pm
Nonstop2h 03m
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Thu 12/18
5:50 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 09m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 12/22
6:40 am-4:55 pm
1 stop9h 15m
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Wed 12/3
3:39 pm-5:05 pm
Nonstop2h 26m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 12/7
9:00 am-12:03 pm
Nonstop2h 03m
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Fri 12/12
5:50 pm-8:57 pm
3 stops28h 07m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 12/14
6:20 am-4:55 pm
1 stop9h 35m
RaleighNew Orleans
RDU - MSY
RDUMSY
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 1/26
4:24 pm-5:52 pm
Nonstop2h 28m
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* | 
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | 
The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to New Orleans (average of $45). Flying from Raleigh to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of $145). 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.
It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to New Orleans at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 59% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday 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.
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| Cheapest$65 | Average$144 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
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| Cheapest$156 | Average$341 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$189 | Average$297 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$194 | Average$332 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$231 | Average$334 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |