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$78+ Cheap flights from Midway (MDW) to Raleigh (RDU)

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 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MDW — RDU
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Midway to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Midway (MDW) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$78
(CheapOair)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$272

Good round-trip deal

$220 or less

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
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Cheapest flights from Midway to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Midway to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1010:00 amMDW - RDU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Sat 12/135:10 pmRDU - MDW
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Tue 9/302:32 pmMDW - RDU
1 stop5h 05mFrontier
Mon 10/66:42 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Tue 9/302:32 pmMDW - RDU
1 stop5h 05mFrontier
Thu 10/26:38 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop6h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/158:05 amMDW - RDU
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Fri 10/177:15 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop5h 31mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:20 amMDW - RDU
1 stop10h 18mFrontier
Mon 10/66:42 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$142
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Thu 10/1611:49 amMDW - RDU
1 stop5h 19mFrontier
Sun 10/197:15 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop5h 31mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$143
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:20 amMDW - RDU
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Mon 10/138:49 amRDU - MDW
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$144
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:00 amMDW - RDU
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Thu 9/256:38 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop5h 42mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$145
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/39:48 amMDW - RDU
1 stop7h 20mFrontier
Mon 10/66:42 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$146
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/259:55 amMDW - RDU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Sun 10/266:00 amRDU - MDW
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$147

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Midway to Raleigh 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 September 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Midway

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Raleigh

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/15

8:05 am-3:37 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/17

7:15 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$136

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/18

9:55 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/22

6:30 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$139

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/28

6:21 am-5:11 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/6

6:22 am-4:25 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$144

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/2

6:20 am-5:38 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/3

10:48 am-8:52 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$144

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/24

12:03 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/27

7:15 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$144

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/28

6:21 am-5:11 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/28

8:57 pm-7:23 am

1 stop11h 26m

$145

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/6

9:45 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/8

5:10 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$147

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/25

9:55 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$147

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/6

9:45 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/9

5:45 am-6:50 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$149

ChicagoRaleigh

MDW - RDU

MDWRDU

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/30

6:05 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$167

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The best insider tips for Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh trip
Airports
MDW

Use the Orange Line train for a quick, cost-effective trip to MDW. It runs almost 24 hours and reaches downtown Chicago in under 30 minutes.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
RDU

For a rental car, use the shuttle from RDU terminals. All major companies are available, offering convenience for exploring Raleigh.

Read more about RDUby John Walton
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MDW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on RDU

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Best time to book a flight from Midway to Raleigh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 MDW to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Midway to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Midway to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated September 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest and Frontier from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,173 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Midway to Raleigh. 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 into for flights to Raleigh from Chicago Midway?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago Midway to Raleigh. You should not have trouble finding flights to Raleigh-Durham from Chicago Midway; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Chicago Midway per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Raleigh airport from Chicago Midway. It is only a 11.1 mi journey from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Raleigh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh?

    Departing from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh will take you 1h 50m. There are 631 mi between Chicago Midway Airport and Raleigh. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh round-trip from $136. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Southwest. Frontier is currently priced 57% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $196 for a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $81 while the most popular route, (Chicago Midway - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $117.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Midway to Raleigh 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 Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 2 airlines flying from Midway to Raleigh

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Midway to Raleigh. 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 September 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$136Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$161Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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