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$54+ 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 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RDU
Jun 6 — Jun 131
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Raleigh

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 May 7, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Fri 8/286:50 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/110:55 am
RDU
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CMH
Nonstop1h 27m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/5$101
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Tue 6/21:02 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Tue 6/98:00 am
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 27m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/5$116
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Sun 9/69:08 am
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/124:59 pm
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/5$117
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Tue 8/41:02 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Thu 8/611:16 am
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 27m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/5$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/191:02 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Tue 5/2610:55 am
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 27m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/3$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/26:05 pm
CMH
-
RDU
1 stop6h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/98:00 am
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/186:00 pm
CMH
-
RDU
1 stop6h 10m
Frontier
Sun 6/286:15 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop10h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/191:02 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/246:15 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/191:02 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Breeze Airways
Thu 5/2811:16 am
RDU
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 27m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/3$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/41:02 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/66:15 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop10h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/286:50 pm
CMH
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/16:15 am
RDU
-
CMH
1 stop10h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$131

Find 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 May 7, 2026.

Round-trip from

$116
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$54
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$243
From Columbus to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from Columbus to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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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 May 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Wed 9/2

10:50 am-2:55 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/9

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$179
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 8/6

9:08 am-10:36 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/9

11:16 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$198

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Wed 5/27

8:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/31

6:15 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$198

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Tue 5/26

4:49 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/29

5:40 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 16m

$207

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sun 7/12

9:08 am-10:36 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/19

11:16 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$213

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Thu 6/4

9:08 am-10:36 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/8

2:28 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$224

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sun 6/21

6:00 am-11:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/27

7:00 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$237

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sat 5/23

7:00 pm-12:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/24

5:40 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 16m

$237

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sat 7/11

11:43 am-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/18

5:17 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$237

ColumbusRaleigh

CMH - RDU

CMHRDU

Columbus

Sat 5/23

4:59 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop3h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/29

6:47 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$237

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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?

Booking 73 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh (average of $55). Flying from Columbus to Raleigh in April is currently the most expensive (average of $112). 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 May 7, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Raleigh in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Raleigh

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus to Raleigh. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 7, 2026.

The most flights from C01 to RDU are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

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 May 7, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta 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.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

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. 6 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 1 inbound flight from Columbus per day.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Raleigh?

    For as low as $198, Southwest can have you in Raleigh from Columbus in 1h 28m. 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?

    Frontier, at $55, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Raleigh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Breeze Airways. Frontier is currently priced 74% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $57 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 Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $64 and $78, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Raleigh?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Raleigh is generally $199, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $54. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Raleigh-Durham), you can expect to pay $101 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Raleigh (average of $55). Flying from Columbus to Raleigh in April is currently the most expensive (average of $112). 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 6 airlines flying from Columbus to Raleigh

Discover the top 6 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 May 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$98Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$156Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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