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$55+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Raleigh (MCI - 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — RDU
Dec 12 — Dec 191
Fri 12/12
Fri 12/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in May or October, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$124
(Frontier)

One-way from

$55
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$318
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 12, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 12/1212:13 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Mon 12/156:10 amRDU - MCI
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Deal found 11/10$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 11/2611:20 amMCI - RDU
1 stop5h 48mFrontier
Thu 11/277:15 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop16h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$131
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Wed 11/2611:20 amMCI - RDU
1 stop11h 29mFrontier
Mon 12/16:00 amRDU - MCI
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Deal found 11/9$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/1212:13 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Sun 12/141:03 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop23h 48mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 11/244:36 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Tue 11/256:46 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop16h 32mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$170
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Wed 12/177:27 pmMCI - RDU
Nonstop2h 28mDelta
Wed 1/77:05 amRDU - MCI
Nonstop3h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/10$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/48:09 pmMCI - RDU
2 stops13h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/75:50 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/1212:13 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop10h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/145:50 pmRDU - MCI
2 stops19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Wed 12/245:42 pmMCI - RDU
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Tue 12/308:00 pmRDU - MCI
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 11/10$219

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Sat 4/25

6:55 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

7:55 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$199

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Wed 12/17

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/7

7:44 am-12:44 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$219

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Wed 12/24

5:42 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/30

8:00 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$219

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Wed 11/26

11:20 am-6:08 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/30

9:29 pm-11:00 am

1 stop14h 31m

$223

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Fri 3/6

7:59 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

7:55 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$229

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Mon 12/8

8:45 pm-12:12 am

2 stops26h 27m

$97

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Sat 4/4

3:26 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$105

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Wed 4/15

3:26 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$105

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Sat 3/28

8:00 am-1:44 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$110

Kansas CityRaleigh

MCI - RDU

MCIRDU

Kansas City

Sat 1/31

11:29 am-5:14 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$110

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Compare providers for flights from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Raleigh in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Kansas City-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Kansas City-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 Kansas City to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Raleigh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Raleigh is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Raleigh (average of $108). Flying from Kansas City to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 MCI to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kansas City to Raleigh in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 51% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City to Raleigh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,114 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Raleigh?

    If you book a flight from Kansas City to Raleigh, you will be flying from Kansas City to Raleigh-Durham. Flights to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) from Kansas City (MCI) take 2h 24m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Kansas City to Raleigh per day from 5 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Raleigh?

    For as low as $199, Delta can have you in Raleigh from Kansas City in 2h 27m. Airlines will cover a distance of 902 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($143), Delta ($157), and American Airlines ($170) offers the cheapest pricing from Kansas City to Raleigh. Frontier is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kansas City to Raleigh?

    Consider Delta (75%), Endeavor Airlines (75%) or Southwest (50%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Kansas City to Raleigh.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Raleigh?

    The cheapest flight price from Kansas City to Raleigh is $158. On average you can expect to pay $289. The most popular route, (Kansas City - Raleigh-Durham), can usually be booked for $176.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Raleigh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Raleigh?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Raleigh (average of $108). Flying from Kansas City to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 Kansas City to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$143Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$170Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$194Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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