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$71+ Cheap flights from Nashville to Raleigh (BNA - 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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — RDU
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nashville Intl to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in August or June, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Nashville to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/103:14 pm
BNA
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RDU
1 stop25h 38m
Frontier
Sun 4/128:35 pm
RDU
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BNA
1 stop18h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/246:10 pm
BNA
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RDU
1 stop25h 54m
Frontier
Sun 4/269:49 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop19h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/219:30 am
BNA
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RDU
1 stop6h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/2511:53 am
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$178
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/99:48 am
BNA
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RDU
1 stop4h 46m
Frontier
Sun 4/128:35 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop18h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$181
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sat 4/119:10 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop9h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/143:08 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop7h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$188
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Wed 4/87:44 am
BNA
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RDU
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/137:50 am
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/512:58 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop7h 23m
Frontier
Mon 6/810:16 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop14h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$192
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/317:44 am
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop10h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 4/77:46 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop18h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7$196
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1311:06 am
BNA
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RDU
1 stop24h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/209:37 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop11h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$200
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 3/267:44 am
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/302:44 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop7h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 3/197:44 am
BNA
-
RDU
2 stops12h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/242:08 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop6h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/72:27 pm
BNA
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RDU
1 stop27h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/146:00 am
RDU
-
BNA
2 stops8h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$207

Find flight deals from Nashville to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) 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 March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Expedia)

One-way from

$71
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$300

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$165 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville 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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Sat 4/11

2:55 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/15

6:40 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$225

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Tue 4/7

6:55 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/14

5:18 am-7:44 am

1 stop3h 26m

$247

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/8

6:55 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/13

5:59 pm-7:04 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$248

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/15

5:25 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 02m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/18

8:02 am-8:54 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$258

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Thu 4/2

6:55 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/4

8:05 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$259

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Thu 4/2

9:40 am-12:17 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/7

5:05 pm-6:11 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$259

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Thu 4/2

9:40 am-12:17 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/6

6:25 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop3h 26m

$269

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Mon 4/27

6:35 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

8:15 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$274

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/8

12:40 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/15

1:25 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops5h 35m

$278

NashvilleRaleigh

BNA - RDU

BNARDU

Nashville Intl

Sat 3/28

5:05 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops5h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/30

6:15 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$284

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Compare providers for flights from Nashville 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 Nashville to Raleigh in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Nashville-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Nashville-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nashville-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nashville-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Nashville-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 Nashville to Raleigh

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Nashville to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nashville 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 Nashville to Raleigh?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Raleigh (average of $88). Flying from Nashville to Raleigh in February is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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 BNA to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville 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 March 10, 2026.

When flying from Nashville to Raleigh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nashville to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nashville to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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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 March 10, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Nashville to Raleigh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,415 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,033 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to Raleigh from Nashville, then you need to book flights from Nashville Intl to Raleigh-Durham. There are 7 flights from Nashville Intl (BNA) to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) per day to choose from. Flights to Raleigh from Nashville Intl are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 30m is how long a nonstop flight from Nashville to Raleigh-Durham typically takes.

  • How popular is this Nashville to Raleigh flight route?

    Flights from Nashville Intl to Raleigh-Durham have been viewed 7 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Nashville to Raleigh?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Nashville to Raleigh in just under 1h 35m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Nashville to Raleigh is about 441 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $76, Frontier will fly you from Nashville to Raleigh and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $114 and $166, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 73% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $74 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $104 and $108, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Nashville 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 Nashville to Raleigh on time: Southwest (83%), Delta (76%), Endeavor Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nashville to Raleigh?

    While on average a flight from Nashville to Raleigh is generally $290, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $129. When looking at the most popular route, (Nashville Intl - Raleigh-Durham), you can expect to pay $208 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Raleigh (average of $88). Flying from Nashville to Raleigh in February is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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 4 airlines flying from Nashville to Raleigh

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Nashville 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$76Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$114Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$184Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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