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$34+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Raleigh (DTT - 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — RDU
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Mon 2/23
Mon 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in September or June, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 24, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 2/1310:37 am
DTW
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 40m
Frontier
Mon 2/169:32 am
RDU
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 1/22$138
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/265:09 am
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop12h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/276:08 pm
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop6h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$139
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 4/205:20 pm
DTW
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/277:59 pm
RDU
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$141
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 2/65:00 am
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop13h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/103:49 pm
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop8h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/57:14 pm
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop4h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/113:49 pm
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/165:08 pm
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Sun 2/224:30 pm
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop15h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/195:09 am
DTW
-
RDU
2 stops9h 04m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 2/266:08 pm
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop6h 01m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/23$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/115:09 am
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop12h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/159:12 am
RDU
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/146:02 pm
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop6h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/176:08 pm
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop6h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/39:59 am
DTW
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Fri 4/108:51 am
RDU
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 1/22$148

Find flight deals from Detroit to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 January 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$138
(Super.com)

One-way from

$34
(Priceline)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$161 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 January 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Raleigh

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DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/30

9:59 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/3

6:25 pm-8:46 am

1 stop14h 21m

$224

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/10

7:05 am-8:53 am

Nonstop1h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/12

5:38 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$259

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/21

2:35 pm-4:16 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/22

5:30 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$259

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/20

9:58 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/25

5:38 am-7:24 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$259

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

10:20 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/5

5:38 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$259

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/20

3:20 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/22

5:38 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$259

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/20

6:00 am-8:15 pm

2 stops38h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/23

6:08 pm-12:09 am

1 stop6h 01m

$269

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

9:59 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/3

10:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$269

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

5:20 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

6:26 pm-8:21 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$269

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/23

6:04 pm-12:18 am

1 stop6h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/2

5:38 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$269

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Raleigh

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Raleigh in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Raleigh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Raleigh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Raleigh (average of $39). Flying from Detroit to Raleigh in January is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 DTT to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 January 24, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Detroit to Raleigh by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Raleigh

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 January 24, 2026.

The most flights from DTT to RDU are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit 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 January 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Detroit 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
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,192 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,370 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,058 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Raleigh?

    To fly from Detroit to Raleigh, you need to book a flight from All airports (DTT) to Raleigh-Durham (RDU). Nonstop flights to Raleigh-Durham from Detroit All airports take 1h 40m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 10 outbound flights from All airports to Raleigh-Durham offered by 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Raleigh?

    For as low as $259, Spirit Airlines can have you in Raleigh from Detroit in 1h 48m. Airlines will cover a distance of 501 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Raleigh is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $47 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $66 and $139 round-trip. Frontier is currently priced 78% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $39. Users have also found prices from $43 and $79 on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Raleigh?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to Raleigh on time: Frontier (94%), Spirit Airlines (81%), Korean Air (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Raleigh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $101. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $87 on average, our data indicates $246 when flying from Detroit to Raleigh.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Raleigh (average of $39). Flying from Detroit to Raleigh in January is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 Detroit to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 January 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$47Average$129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$66Average$137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$139Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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