Raleigh

$53+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Raleigh (DTT - RDU)

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DTT — RDU
Jan 9 — Jan 161
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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 December 10, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sun 12/2111:39 amDTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Sun 12/283:47 pmRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$135
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Tue 12/236:25 amDTW - RDU
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Tue 12/303:47 pmRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$151
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Tue 12/236:25 amDTW - RDU
1 stop10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/67:20 pmRDU - DTW
1 stop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$158
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sun 12/2111:39 amDTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Mon 12/296:00 amRDU - DTW
1 stop4h 53mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$161
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Tue 12/236:25 amDTW - RDU
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Mon 12/296:00 amRDU - DTW
1 stop4h 53mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/236:25 amDTW - RDU
1 stop10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/317:20 pmRDU - DTW
1 stop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$167
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/2111:39 amDTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Sat 12/274:47 pmRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/7$168
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Tue 12/236:25 amDTW - RDU
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Sat 12/274:47 pmRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/236:25 amDTW - RDU
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Thu 1/112:55 pmRDU - DTW
1 stop5h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Sun 12/142:28 pmDTW - RDU
1 stop26h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/125:54 pmRDU - DTW
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$174
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Mon 12/157:49 amDTW - RDU
1 stop9h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/43:47 pmRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$175

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 December 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$107
(Super.com)

One-way from

$53
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$212

Good round-trip deal

$120 or less

Good one-way deal

$49 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Raleigh-Durham flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit (DTT)-Raleigh-Durham flights.
From Detroit (DTT) to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 34% potential increase in price ($116 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Raleigh-Durham.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Raleigh-Durham.

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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 December 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Raleigh

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Depart

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DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

2:25 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/18

1:01 pm-2:53 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$159

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

7:15 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/11

5:15 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 15m

$179

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

5:50 am-12:45 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/6

4:55 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$184

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

1:40 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/15

4:35 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$184

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/5

6:35 am-12:50 pm

2 stops6h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/17

5:40 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 15m

$196

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

7:50 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/19

5:30 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$209

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/5

7:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/12

4:55 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$239

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/25

5:10 am-6:23 pm

1 stop13h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/29

6:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

$247

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-5:19 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/19

9:51 am-11:43 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$251

DetroitRaleigh

DTW - RDU

DTWRDU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

2:25 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/20

4:55 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$259

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 December 5, 2025.

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 $154). 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 December 10, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% 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 December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon 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 December 10, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to RDU are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 December 10, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Spirit 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.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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

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  • 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 41m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 14 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 $159, Delta can have you in Raleigh from Detroit in 1h 41m. 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 $38. 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: Endeavor Airlines (100%), Spirit Airlines (94%), Delta (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Raleigh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $43. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Raleigh-Durham) can be booked for $125 on average, our data indicates $127 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 $154). 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 December 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$139Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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