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$43+ 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 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RDU
Dec 2 — Dec 91
Tue 12/2
Tue 12/9
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$88
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$43
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$236
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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 November 2, 2025.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/209:08 amCMH - RDU
Nonstop1h 22mBreeze Airways
Thu 11/2711:10 amRDU - CMH
Nonstop1h 27mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/2$103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 12/512:56 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop11h 16mFrontier
Mon 12/86:10 amRDU - CMH
1 stop5h 31mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/45:09 pmCMH - RDU
Nonstop1h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/71:03 pmRDU - CMH
1 stop22h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/1512:36 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop11h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/187:11 pmRDU - CMH
Nonstop1h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 12/87:00 amCMH - RDU
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Wed 12/106:40 pmRDU - CMH
1 stop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/2$157
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 11/174:30 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop6h 28mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/212:31 pmRDU - CMH
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$158
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/185:09 pmCMH - RDU
Nonstop1h 22mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/217:11 pmRDU - CMH
Nonstop1h 27mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/1$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/18:06 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop20h 38mFrontier
Mon 12/86:10 amRDU - CMH
1 stop5h 31mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$169
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/135:25 amCMH - RDU
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Tue 1/66:30 pmRDU - CMH
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/2$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/138:23 amCMH - RDU
1 stop4h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/67:24 amRDU - CMH
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/144:30 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop6h 35mFrontier
Mon 11/176:10 amRDU - CMH
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/812:36 pmCMH - RDU
1 stop11h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/108:15 amRDU - CMH
2 stops11h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$184

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 November 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Mon 12/15

12:36 pm-12:12 am

1 stop11h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 12/18

7:11 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$147

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 12/4

5:09 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/7

7:11 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$158

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 12/18

5:09 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/21

7:11 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$158

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Mon 12/1

8:06 pm-4:44 pm

1 stop20h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/8

6:10 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 31m

$169

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Mon 12/8

12:36 pm-12:12 am

1 stop11h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/10

8:15 am-7:38 pm

2 stops11h 23m

$184

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Mon 12/1

8:06 pm-4:44 pm

1 stop20h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/8

5:39 pm-10:19 am

1 stop16h 40m

$194

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 12/11

11:22 am-3:25 pm

1 stop4h 03m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/14

5:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop5h 23m

$198

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 11/20

7:57 pm-12:20 am

1 stop4h 23m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/27

11:05 am-3:44 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$207

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 12/11

5:09 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/14

7:11 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$218

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Tue 1/6

6:23 am-12:04 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/9

8:45 am-3:28 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$219

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh

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

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 October 31, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh (average of $70). Flying from Columbus to Raleigh in July is currently the most expensive (average of $143). 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 November 2, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Raleigh in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 November 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 November 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
223 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

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
223 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
223 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

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
4,238 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
223 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

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
8,001 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
223 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

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!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
223 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

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
11,036 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
223 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

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 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.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Raleigh?

    For as low as $158, Breeze Airways can have you in Raleigh from Columbus in 1h 22m. The distance from Columbus to Raleigh is about 362 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Breeze Airways, at $81, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Raleigh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and American Airlines. Breeze Airways is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Raleigh?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Raleigh is generally $166, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $34. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Raleigh-Durham), you can expect to pay $88 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh (average of $70). Flying from Columbus to Raleigh in July is currently the most expensive (average of $143). 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 November 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$80Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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