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$44+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RDU
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in February or June, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$97
(Expedia)

One-way from

$44
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$227
From Columbus to Raleigh-Durham
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/259:08 amCMH - RDU
Nonstop1h 22mBreeze Airways
Sun 9/2811:10 amRDU - CMH
Nonstop1h 27mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/29$97
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 9/49:38 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop10h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/79:49 pmRDU - CMH
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 10/1811:34 amCMH - RDU
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Mon 10/206:10 amRDU - CMH
1 stop10h 12mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$188
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/137:59 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop4h 03mDelta
Wed 10/225:15 amRDU - CMH
1 stop3h 42mDelta
Deal found 7/30$197

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 9/25

9:08 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 22m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/28

11:10 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$97

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 9/4

9:38 pm-8:28 am

1 stop10h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/7

9:49 pm-7:29 am

1 stop9h 40m

$172

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sat 10/18

11:34 am-5:59 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/20

6:10 am-4:22 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$188

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Mon 10/13

6:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/23

7:22 am-11:27 am

1 stop4h 05m

$197

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Wed 10/15

6:30 am-2:35 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/22

6:35 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$202

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 9/18

9:08 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$44

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Wed 9/10

9:38 pm-8:28 am

1 stop10h 50m

$71

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Tue 9/2

12:33 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$86

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sat 9/6

11:21 am-6:08 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$89

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Tue 9/23

6:08 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 45m

$99

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Raleigh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Columbus 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 CMH to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 July 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Raleigh at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 50% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 July 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and Breeze Airways from Columbus to Raleigh. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU), located 11.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Raleigh. 5 airlines have flights to Raleigh-Durham from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Raleigh-Durham should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

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

    Breeze Airways, at $97, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Raleigh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Frontier. Breeze Airways is currently priced 57% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $44 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 Spirit Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $67 and $89, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Raleigh?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Raleigh is generally $157, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $59. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Raleigh-Durham), you can expect to pay $97 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Columbus 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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